- Mulching
When it comes to wreathes, sawdust, rind mulch, grass clippings and acid tripe work best for this purpose. Blueberry bushes have shallow roots, which means wreathes are more than welcomed here.
Add about 2-4 inches of wreathe to preserve the moisture, keep weeds away, and provide organic matter. Repeat the process every year, and remember, you should never use sawdust from cedar and redwood tree.
- Pruning
This will strengthen your bush and give you bigger fruits. Once your bush starts growing, prune it regularly to make sure it is strong enough to bare its fruits.
Clip off any flower that appears. Regular pruning will make your plant strong and healthy.
Tips on proper pruning:
- Remove any growths from the bottom of the blueberry bush
- Clear the dead woods
- Clip off short and discolored branches
- Clear about half of the wood
- Fertilization
Always use organic fertilizers. Blood meal and cottonseed work best. Manures may damage your bushes, so try to avoid these.
