How to prune blueberries? Pruning time and technique

Blueberry pruning time

Blueberries can be pruned three times a year, usually during the bud stage, summer and winter. In summer, blueberry branches can be pruned 2-3 times. Reasonable pruning can reduce nutrient consumption and promote better growth of blueberries.

How to prune blueberries

1. Pruning of flower buds

The flower buds of blueberries grow on the branches of the previous year. More flower buds will emerge every spring. If there are too many flower buds, it will affect the results and quality. They must be pruned in time. Appropriate pruning can reduce nutrient consumption.

2. Summer pruning

Blueberries grow relatively fast, and their branches can generally grow 2 to 3 times. If they grow too fast or are too long, their ornamental value will be reduced. It is best to prune them in time and shorten them before the flower buds grow out, which can increase the number of flowers.

3. Winter pruning

Blueberries enter a dormant period in winter. Pruning at this time will cause little damage to the plants, and the plant shape can also be adjusted, mainly by pruning off those that are too dense, too long, or old or weak branches. The cut branches can be used for cuttings.