When and how to change the soil for blueberries

Blueberry soil change time

Blueberries are usually repotted before winter each year or in the spring of the following year, because winter is the dormant period of the plant and repotting is less likely to cause disease, which is beneficial to survival. Repotting in early spring is the recovery stage of the plant and repotting at this time is beneficial to the recovery growth of the root system.

How to repot and change soil for blueberries

1. When taking the blueberries out of the old pot, you need to remove the roots at the bottom, but only a part of them. This is done to allow new roots to grow again.

2. Blueberry is an acid-loving plant. The acidity of its original medium is relatively high, with a pH value of about 5.5 to 5.7. This range is more suitable for growth, so when preparing new soil, you can add some Kanuma soil to increase the acidity.

3. The next step is to choose a flower pot for the blueberries. Be sure to choose a flower pot that is well permeable and breathable, such as a ceramic pot, or some plastic pots with holes at the bottom.

4. Put some base soil into the pot first. Don’t bury the new soil too deep. Just make sure it is at the same level as the original soil. Then be sure to water it to promote rooting.

Notes on changing soil for blueberries

There are three main things to note when transplanting blueberries. First, the best time to choose transplanting is in autumn. Second, it is necessary to apply a certain amount of base fertilizer to the soil before transplanting. Finally, it is best to let its roots carry the original soil ball when transplanting.

What soil should I use to replace blueberry soil?

Blueberries prefer loose, breathable acidic soil with a pH value between 4.5-5.5. The soil can be made with peat, perlite, pine needles and garden soil in a ratio of 2:1:6:1.

Blueberry soil replacement and base fertilizer application

When fertilizing blueberries, nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium fertilizers are generally used, and they need to be mixed. If the organic matter content is relatively high, the amount of nitrogen fertilizer needs to be reduced.

Maintenance method of blueberry after soil change

Blueberry needs proper care after changing the soil. It is not afraid of severe cold, so it can be placed outdoors for care in January. At this time, it will produce flower buds and needs to apply some fertilizer in an appropriate amount. In the spring of the second year, it will bloom.

1. Watering : Blueberries need sufficient water when they are cared for, and the soil needs to be kept moist. In summer, they need to be watered in the morning and evening. They are not afraid of high temperatures and can be placed outdoors all year round.

2. See the sun : After changing the soil, blueberries need to be placed in a cool place for a period of time. They cannot be exposed to sunlight immediately. After a few days of adapting to the new environment, they can be exposed to sunlight.

3. Yellowing leaves : The yellowing of blueberry leaves is generally due to the lack of water, which causes the leaves to wither and fall off. However, new leaves will grow normally. You should increase the amount and frequency of watering appropriately.