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Growing blueberries maximizes small spaces and keeps fresh, nutritious fruit nearby. Even if space is limited, you can still grow blueberries at home. Some blueberry shrubs are the perfect fit for containers on the porch, patio or balcony. Ought to Pot: The Best Blueberries for Container Gardening.
If you lack space, it’s possible to grow blueberries in containers no matter where you live. All you need is a spot with full sunlight, an appropriately sized container, and acidic soil, and the blueberry plants will thrive.
For container gardening, the best, and smallest, blueberry varieties are listed below. Within each variety are many cultivars, each with slightly different characteristics. Choose the cultivars that work best for your environment and gardening needs.
Getting Started. You’ll probably encounter several types of blueberries while looking for a bush to put in a container. The lowbush or wild blueberry, Vaccinium angustifolium, is native to Canada and the northeastern US, while the rabbiteye, V. virgatum (aka V. ashei), is native to the southeastern US.
This guide to growing blueberries in containers includes recommendations on the best pots and soil to use, plus how to care for blueberries in pots.
Do you have an area of acidic, well-draining soil with full sun? Check out our top 10 blueberry varieties for the home grower, now on Gardener's Path.
Choose a container at least 18 inches deep with ample drainage holes. For even better drainage, place pots on top of bricks. Wooden half-barrels and other deep, wide, weatherproof containers work well for keeping blueberry plants in for the long term.
1. Know When To Buy & Plant Blueberries. 2. Find The Right Sized Container. 3. Put The Pot In The Right Spot. 4. Fill The Container With Proper Soil. 5. Plant The Bush Into The Container. 6. Keep The Bushes Close Together. How to Care for Blueberries in Pots. 1. Remove Flowers. 2. Fertilize Your Bushes. 3. Water Your Blueberries. 4.
Here are some of the best blueberry varieties for growing in containers: Top Hat: This dwarf variety grows to only 18 inches tall and is perfect for small containers. It produces large, flavorful berries and is known for its ornamental value.
Best Blueberry Varieties for Containers. Pink Icing: With large flavorful berries and beautiful foliage, this variety looks stunning in decorative pots. It grows 3 feet in height and 4 feet in width. Patriot Blueberry: Growing berries in abundance, the plant also grows cute white flowers. Attains a height of 3-7 feet with a 3-5 feet spread.