How to plant blueberries at home

[@growingoutthebox]

These 48” round raised beds are clearance so I don’t know how long they will last. amzn.to/4exxaRN

[@Sweetsofheaven]

@@growingoutthebox thank you, I just ordered two.

[@Sweetsofheaven]

Thank you for sharing this important information. You’re blueberry plants and worms are amazing.

[@growingoutthebox]

You just like the video for the worms. lol.😜 They are amazing. I have had them as long as 18 inches.

[@backyardfarmingwithashley]

Hey Growing out the box! This video is full of information. Thank you for sharing. The Blueberries are beautiful.

[@growingoutthebox]

Hey Ashley. Thanks for dropping in and commenting. Lots of content coming. Just can't edit. fast enough. lol

[@OCDishChick]

Sometimes life will cut us into a X and ruffle our roots up a bit, too. 🤷‍♀️ 👀 😂 Beautiful metal planters! Nice job!

[@growingoutthebox]

What don't kill up makes us stronger.... xo

[@itsjustprissy]

You are too creative with how you approach gardening and it makes since. Looks like you are adding another area to your garden. Love how you put everything together.

[@growingoutthebox]

Yes. New beds and a surprise for the people that have been following me.

[@gardeningwithprincess]

Nice! Those are gonna be some happy blueberries. I also fertilize my blueberries twice a year. I like those gray and black raised beds in the background.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you for commenting. The beds in the background are from a sponsor. I'll have the info on several different raised beds during the unboxing. They have some very attractive raised beds at great prices.

[@sowinthecity]

Yesss!! I love growing blueberries! My blueberry bush has a few berries already! - Taryn

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks for commenting. I don't think I have seen you here before. I'm going to stop by and check out your channel.

[@TRRehab]

Get it in! Lots of good info ℹ️

[@growingoutthebox]

I appreciate that

[@ratednext1512]

You get me like this every time cutting the video off at the end. I always end up watching the whole video again as I leave a comment. Your approach to gardening is so calming.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you so much for always coming back to comment. That is awesome!

[@MrsQueen]

Your compost 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@growingoutthebox]

Hey my friend. I am proud of that dirt.lol. Saved me so much money this year. Grass season is approaching. I have piles of leaves for more compost piles. Thanks to starbucks also.

[@frenchway.]

You not only talk the talk you walk the walk. I love the fact that you actually show everything and the results. Keep up the great videos. "Cottonseed meal" Already in my cart.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you so much for all your support. You were one of my 1st subscribers and you are still hanging in there with me.

[@LashusJourney]

Nice ❤

[@growingoutthebox]

Hey Farmer Lashus. Thanks for stopping by. I hope this helps. I know you purchased blueberries.

[@showingtampabay]

OMG love this content! Blueberries getting some love today! 💙 Thank you for sharing how you make it happen. I feel like you need to hurry up and build me a tiny home on your property so I can come garden with you!!! 😆👨🏼‍🌾👩🏽‍🌾🌱🌿❤❤❤

[@growingoutthebox]

It's in the works. I need 3 more of me and I may be able to get half of what I want to do done. Loving the journey.

[@SuesSecretGarden3]

Beautiful garden 👍🏽 Thanks for sharing the information.

[@growingoutthebox]

Hello Sue. Those lights gave me an early start. I know they will serve you well. Thanks for stopping and commenting.

[@born2bwild.]

Love all your videos. You make the information easy to digest. I was thinking of planting blueberries this year and now I feel I am a bit more confident on what to do. TFS.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks. I always say I try to make videos for people like me.

[@kayreneesgarden]

What an amazing video. Thank you for your knowledge. I appreciate you sharing.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you Kay. I see you have been consistent with your garden. Something you said in your getting to know you video kinda landed with me. One of my friends messaged me after watching one of my videos. "You have too much time on your hands".... It was the "people in my circle" statement. Thanks. That helped me focus on what matters to me at this stage in my life. It reminded me of why I am being a bit "Slef-ish" Listen to the last song on this video as it ends. I think you'll understand.

[@kayreneesgarden]

@@growingoutthebox 😂😂😂 I loved that song also.

[@SouthFloridaSunshine]

Right the song was a whole vibe . Great choice.

[@growingoutthebox]

@@SouthFloridaSunshine Thank you so much…. This journey for me is bigger than the garden yet all about growing! Branching out in a different direction. I’m loving the scenery…. 🍇🍒🌻

[@SouthFloridaSunshine]

@@growingoutthebox Same, on healing journey, started in memory of my Father but now it is in memory of both my parents and a legacy for my children. When I can get out to my garden time is almost irrelevant, like painting with living plants. I have so much to still learn. Grateful I found you. :) God seems to meet me in the garden too when I pray, I can hear him a bit more clearly. I can feel heaven come closer and feel like my parents watching too, they’re with me in my hands and seeing what I see as I am their planting in this crazy world.

[@devincampbell3015]

Very Nice sir! True commitment and attention to detail...

[@growingoutthebox]

Sup my Brotha'. Enjoying the journey. I see you took another one under your wings..... Blessing to you!

[@MsShirleyOGGardener]

Planting in 5 gallon buckets. 😊

[@growingoutthebox]

Yes Ma'am. Remember the mix. I hope you are feeling better Ms. Shirley.🙏

[@georgiapeachnut2490]

Great video to wake up to...yes I'm just getting up 😂. See you in the garden 🤗

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you for that statement. That means a lot. Really it does. 🙏

[@godsconstruction]

Beautiful share fan ☮️❤️💡

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you very kindly. I have a new neighbor. She came over to see the garden. Something new I had not heard before. "Know, Go and Sow" I mentioned that because of the symbols in your comment.

[@angiepurpleyoda]

Please please please write a book on gardening! The knowledge is so powerful and technical. Keep going ✌🏾🙏🏾💜

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you for those kind words

[@seniorchiefkeef]

I just bought a house. I’m glad I found your channel. ❤

[@growingoutthebox]

Let’s get to the dirt! 👊

[@natka8181]

If I could give more than 1 👍👍👍, I would! Love you're wisdom. Learning and growing together

[@growingoutthebox]

Growing together…. That’s my favorite part 🥬🌱

[@theweirdplantguy4873]

Wow, adding the plastic lining so you don’t cut yourself on that metal~ smart man. Great tutorial on how you plant your blueberries. Thanks for the education. I wish I was your neighbor.

[@growingoutthebox]

We are neighbors. Instead of borrowing the lawnmower we borrow ideas. Crazy part is I have been trying to come up with a name other than subscribers and the thing that keeps coming around is neighbor. 🙌

[@theweirdplantguy4873]

@@growingoutthebox I like that idea ~ an enlightened Man. Borrow the lawnmower, Lol 😂

[@godsconstruction]

Omg this was so beautiful even the soundtrack

[@growingoutthebox]

Spiritual grounding. That energy we become when connected to the Heaven and Earth. It is intentional and I am glad that you picked up on that energy. 🙏

[@Saved0316]

Thank you for not hurting the little worm. You're garden is beautiful and you're respectful to life..God bless you.

[@growingoutthebox]

The worms are a for sure blessing. They help break down the organic matter in the garden and the equals to free worm castings. Everyone and thing contributes.

[@Saved0316]

@growingoutthebox isnt it amazing how God created everyrhing for a purpose? He's awesome!!!

[@despicabledavidshort3806]

Here in KY we have worms about the size of that big ones but they aren't actually worms, they're snakes. I'd never heard or seen them til last year and they're literally named snake worm 😱

[@SowGoodGardener]

You’re out here changing the game my brother! EXCELLENT work out there and the results prove it. Thanks for sharing and stay blessed fam! -Calvin

[@growingoutthebox]

What's up my Brother Calvin. Thanks for the support. You were one of the 1st to consistently visit the channel. I am humbled. Comments like what you just made is what keeps me encouraged. Again, I am humbled.

[@presscilliajones5692]

I love a man not afraid of getting dirty. I like how you showed how you clean up. Great video and content. So glad I found your channel.👍

[@growingoutthebox]

Well I'm glad you found the channel also.

[@myramcclain429]

Thank you. I thought my blueberries were doing good in containers. But I want them to do better. Love the car weatherstrip idea!

[@growingoutthebox]

Hey Ms Myra. One of my neighbors that also have blueberries couldn't believe how my bushes out grew his in one season. My early bloomers get set back because of the late frost but they bounced back last year and produced berries on and off all year. That's why I planted more varieties this year. My Sweetheart is my 2nd bloomer and it is loaded right now so I took 20 cuttings.

[@TNOG511]

Awesome man, I Absolutely love Your Thinking, Thanks for Sharing 💜👍🏾

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you Ms. Linda.... I have a great teacher!

[@cybrgear]

Thanks for sharing. You are the freaking man.. I would love the opportunity to hang and learn more. I live in LaPlace, Louisiana.. Learning and growing, but mainly Hydroponics. You are truly a gift. Thanks again.

[@growingoutthebox]

I don’t take those words lightly. I appreciate that and will continue sharing as I grow.

[@newhebrewrib]

You are amazing!!! Also Love how you do your videos so much, straight to the points!!!

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you so much. Your feedback is what allows me to deliver the content that you ask for 👍

[@Amarie1961]

Your blueberries look wonderful. The information is always timely. I’ll be looking into the cottonseed meal, and I think I’ve been using too much soil acidifier.

[@growingoutthebox]

Are you growing in ground ar containers for your blueberries? I don't use as much because my mix itself is acidic. The 1/4 cup of acidifier is just for maintenance.

[@Amarie1961]

@@growingoutthebox in a container.

[@GardeningwithBernie]

This was an excellent demonstration on how to prepare and plant blueberries 🫐

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you bernie. They are looking really good right now. Lot's of new growth.

[@atlantamusicteam8665]

Great idea using the corrugated metal like that. Very inexpensive yet attractive. TFS

[@growingoutthebox]

If you think I spend a lot of money in the garden you would be wrong. The new beds are from a sponsor. Other than that I built everything.

[@Flux_Flow]

Wow, I like that raised bed layout you have. Looks nice !

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks! i really do appreciate that.

[@necolestone1567]

I'm a first-time blueberry grower. I just ordered all 3 fertilizers. Can't wait to plant. Thank you for sharing your best way to success!

[@growingoutthebox]

Hey Necole, thanks for reaching out. The berrytone and the cotton seed meal is either/or. With the soil acidifier and my preference- cotton seed meal you should be in great shape. Soil mix is a major factor 50.% peat moss, 25% mini pine bark nuggets and 25% compost. Best practices are giving the plants what they need.

[@necolestone1567]

I will use the berrytone for my strawberrys and raspberries. Thank you

[@sow2grow]

Your planters are so beautiful. Just makes your garden look so clean.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks for the compliment. Hope to have a spring tour soon.

[@StringofPearls55]

There is so much confusing info out there for planting blueberries that I almost wished I hadn't purchased them. I'm so happy to have stumbled across your channel and seeing your method and RESULTS! Love it! Thank you soo much.😊

[@growingoutthebox]

Glad it was helpful! The soil mix is the most important. Order you some cotton seed meal kzbin.infoFXzU8eRegsE?si=m0g6HvWc8FKmWC7k

[@itsgardeningtime]

Perfection!

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you so much. That means a lot. 🙏

[@linkup2909]

I'm glad you did a follow up to the last blueberry video you did last year. I did this mix and put my last blueberry in a large container and it looks way healthier than the ones I have in the ground. Can I dig my old plants up without killing them. I want to do them the same way. Thanks. I needed this video.

[@growingoutthebox]

I'm sure they will have some shock. I would do 1 and see how it responds to the move. The roots aren't very deep but they do spread. Try to dig out to the drip line.

[@rootsshootsgardenboots]

Definitely doing this. My blueberries need some attention after the heatwave this summer. Thanks for the simple yet detailed instructions.

[@growingoutthebox]

Absolutely my pleasure. You will have a noticeable improvement in your blueberry bushes with this grow medium. Thanks again.

[@shenettemoore9470]

Love these videos. About to start my gardening journey using all the knowledge you are sharing!

[@growingoutthebox]

Wonderful! thank you so much ☺️

[@jamespistell2689]

Just planted mine following your directions. Thanks for the vid 👍

[@growingoutthebox]

You should post some video or pics of your blueberries. I took 20 cuttings from my bless your heart blueberry. It’s my 2nd bloomer where my hello darlin always get affected by the late frost. It does bounce back and produce on and off all year. So does the bless your heart. What varieties do you have?

[@southernstacker7315]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge.

[@growingoutthebox]

My pleasure! Please click the notification bell. That helps the channel. I'll be posting a pruning video this week.

[@BrokeFarmer]

Scoring the roots make my hands shake😂thats a perfect growing medium

[@growingoutthebox]

It's that tough love Cousin. Remember when Mama used to say, "This is gonna hurt me more than it hurts you" LOL. In my Broke Farmer voice.... "Don't you wanna be like your sisters over there".

[@bernadetteteague4859]

I absolutely love your videos. Thanks for the info.

[@growingoutthebox]

Good morning and thank you for your message. Please click the notification 🔔 because I have a new video coming up today and I would love your input.

[@katherinehawthorne4271]

Sadly I don't have room for them. Sigh! However, I am so glad to have your channel come into my feed. Though less than an eighth of an acre which includes the house, an adu and a shed office and two sheds - we manage to have two avocado trees Two lemon trees Two almond trees Two red grape vines Two fig trees One elderberry bush Ten blueberry bushes One white nectarine tree which is too tall and I am afraid I will prune incorrectly. One dwarf persimmon One navel orange One tangerine Four Blackberry bushes Four Raspberry bushes An herb garden Five raised beds with veggies. However, your garden information so peacefully delivered has me inspired to be a less haphazard gardener and learn how to grow a better garden. May God richly bless you now and always.

[@growingoutthebox]

@@katherinehawthorne4271 Wow! That’s a lot of fruit trees. For me it’s more about learning to grow than how much. I enjoy the process.

[@katherinehawthorne4271]

@growingoutthebox It has been a ten year process and when I find a fruit that I want to try I manage to find a space. Little by little it has taken shape. I love planting, harvesting and eating organically. Our health so much better. Personally I could listen to you even if I didn't have a garden. You are so kindly informative. Your voice comforting and encouraging at the same time. I shall stay tuned in.

[@tracieconnor6925]

Awesome video! I am floored at the amount of growth you have had in a year. I had no idea the impact of growing in a container…AND it’s so beautiful the way you have everything set up. Thank you for such a great video!

[@growingoutthebox]

That just makes my day. Make sure you click the notification 🔔. I’ll be doing a lil Spring tour as soon as some of the other plants pop up.

[@tracieconnor6925]

@@growingoutthebox well you certainly made my day sir! I subscribed immediately. Looking forward to lots of great info to come. You are a great teacher!

[@growingoutthebox]

@@tracieconnor6925 😂 lol…. Definitely not a teacher but I do embrace the world of possibilities. I live by that principle as it allows us to dream and the garden is magical In it’s own right. My hope is to inspire and that requires one to believe in possibilities. 🙏🏽

[@amandaallen2033]

What a great video! I appreciate and value your guidance.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you so much Amanda. I'm here for any questions

[@siftingsomesoilandmore]

Thanks for sharing

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you for stopping by and commenting. Approaching that 2,000 mark thanks to you guys.

[@blackyardgardens8266]

You such a beautiful garden!!

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you so much. I've added more this season so make sure you click that notification bell.

[@marilyngreen987]

I am learning so much from your videos! Thank you for your teaching. God bless you !

[@growingoutthebox]

@@marilyngreen987 Sharing is how we grow ☺️

[@margaretchabot2692]

Blueberries are really good for you no matter if you jucie them Love them

[@growingoutthebox]

I’m gradually expanding because we drink smoothies almost daily. Blueberries 🫐 are a main ingredient.

[@wickedmageik1712]

The hard work pays off, everything is beautiful 😻

[@growingoutthebox]

The late frost knocked my early bloomers back a bit but they are starting to flower again. I hope this helped.

[@godsconstruction]

🎉🎉2K Loading 🎉

[@growingoutthebox]

2k celebration on the way! I have a sponsor for the raised beds now so I am trying to come up with some type of promotion to give away a few things. "Looking for a lightbulb". lol💡

[@jeanninemcwhorter919]

Excellent instructional video ❤

[@growingoutthebox]

Glad it was helpful!

[@SUN7SHINE25]

Nicely presented

[@growingoutthebox]

I appreciate that.

[@urbanharvestdfw]

thanx for post bro I need to help my blueberries out

[@growingoutthebox]

No problem.... I'm going to do an update as soon as I finish a few more raised beds. Make sure you click that notification bell.

[@mygrannysgarden]

Great video. Very informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks for watching!

[@CordsOfHusbandry]

I enjoyed this. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@ericsplace3004]

YES SIR! I LOVE THIS VIDEO AND IT'S RIGHT ON TIME!

[@growingoutthebox]

Fertilizing video will post in a few days

[@HealthyGemini]

Video is lit🔥 Thank you for showing us 😊

[@growingoutthebox]

Always a pleasure to share.🫐

[@rhulandjc2008]

I normally don't comment on videos... but this was a excellent video. I have been watching a lot of blueberry videos lately where those are informational yours was inspiring. From music choices, to video transitions capturing the exact details needed at the right time with minimal worthless air. Again well done videos!!! Keep up the good fight!!! I just put in 5 bushes (2 varieties) I bought that are last year cuttings. Being northern climate varieties they came dormant no leaves and planted them back in March in peat moss pine bark and compost similar to your setup. Spring has sort of sprung here in northern Ohio and all 5 have budded out and looking good. Except we still have chilly nights down in the mid 30's-40's and day time highs of 45-55 and their leafs are a purple/red from the stresses of temp swings but otherwise are growing outward with their second row of leaf sets. I have another 7 bushes (last year cuttings) I just bought from Tractor Supply I came across last week that are in sad shape and were very dried out in the roots... they were 1/2 off so I brought them home and potted them as a rescue project of sorts but have little hope for them as their leafs (full size) which tells me they were green housed are droopy and yellowing and they haven't responded to being watered have them in a lighted warm 60-65 degree garage for now til the outside weather warms if any of them make it.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you very kindly for your comments. I read your message last night but wasn’t to be a bit more attentive in my reply and is why I am just responding. My channel is just passed a year old and I am attempting to learn how to translate the way I see things in my gender. I am fascinated by everything around me in the garden and it is that which dictates my direction. I’m not trying to teach but if I can inspire anyone to try their hand at gardening - my blessing has been received. Don’t be a stranger

[@mariek4362]

Beautiful yard! Thanks for the growing advice. I'm in sandy soil and year 2 on my plants. They survived the cold winter and have a few berries this year. Fighting the birds off. Thanks for reminding me I need to work on the soil every year.

[@growingoutthebox]

99% of the time it’s the soil

[@francisjoseph9642]

Such great information and advice. You are a very informative instructor with your hands-on, easy explanational teaching. I so appreciate you taking the time to share with us all. You're a blessing, and I thank you. I'm going to start some blueberry bushes soon.

[@growingoutthebox]

Fall is the best time for me. I will be transplanting more this Fall

[@tigrlily]

Thank you. What a nice video and such helpful tips.

[@tigrlily]

Was that bush called Hello Darling or Hello Dolly? I got to find me one or 6 of those. 😊

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you. Lots of new growth everywhere since planting. They will produce a nice yield in the years to come. Please click the notification 🔔. Lots content on the way.

[@tigrlily]

​@growingoutthebox thanks. I saw the list Hello Darlin. I have 2 Billoxi. In zone 9a. HOT/Dry. Subscribed

[@gracielaJM]

I wish he had a video that shows how productived are his blueberries after all his hard work

[@growingoutthebox]

These are 1st year bushes so I don't allow them to fruit. I attached a video that has one of my 2 -1/2 year old bushes @2:54 kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3rQemCvrMatrLcsi=g5IE67SyrVsMRA1S

[@xingjiangxu]

very good video, you plant blueberry like treat a child, I also plant nearly 70pcs blueberry❤

[@growingoutthebox]

That's great! You have 70 bushes?

[@valeriejensen983]

Hi! I had NO IDEA of cotton seed meal. I live in the N.E., have to check availability. If not found I'll look for feed in Miracle Grow or anything similar. Thank you friend! 🎉 Happy gardening! 😊♥️🙏👍

[@growingoutthebox]

Cottonseed meal is organic. They love it. I have never used any of the miracle grow products. I ordered the cottonseed meal from amazon.

[@BiddahSweet]

I just transplanted my Northland Blueberry plant in the ground and its leaves are Scorched. Brown on edges with splashes of purple towards the middle, the brown edges are making its way into the center of the leaves. On the youngest leaves they have that chlorophyl look. I know its not Fertilizer burn because I only used that cottonseed meal just 1/4 cup not on the rootball. Im going to take it out of the ground and put it in a bucket and baby the heck out of it for the next year. I did everything that you said to do, but one thing I did not take into account was hardening off my blueberry plant that I got from the nursery. I dont know if it will survive. The stem/canes are green but just no leaves on it. Say a prayer for me.

[@mjkay8660]

sir, you do know your stuff. beautiful garden. precision work expertly done.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you kindly. I love the process.

[@mjkay8660]

@@growingoutthebox yes, you do. and you have anticipated every recourse for any situation. when i saw you with that level i knew you dont overlook 1 aspect of your garden. BRAVO!!!

[@cashflo.]

Thank you for sharing all that information. Love the video your garden is beautiful 🤩 love what you do. I see you expanding what you doing in the background in those grey bed…being noisy y😂

[@growingoutthebox]

The beds in the back are a surprise. Keep watching.

[@billyshears9779]

Thanks for all the great videos. I hope you get a million subscribers.

[@growingoutthebox]

Wow! Thank you

[@breathnstop]

Awesome knowledge. Thanks for sharing.

[@growingoutthebox]

You bet

[@folashadethomas3229]

Great detailed Video. Thanks.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you. My blueberries love this growing medium.

[@lindaholmes6411]

Thank you I will do this to help my blueberry bushes in zone 9B ❤❤❤

[@growingoutthebox]

This is my go to for blueberries. They are going to love it!

[@TXDHC]

Wow! I’m in East Texas with sugar sand soil. I will give your method a try! Thanks.

[@growingoutthebox]

You will see noticeable results right away. You blueberry bushes are going to love it.

[@mrswiggles4790]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!! I knew about the soil acidifier but wasn’t sure how much to use and had no idea I needed peat moss for blueberries so thank you! I’ll be planting a couple of these this year. I’m in zone 8b! Just subscribed!

[@growingoutthebox]

I’m going to do another update on the blueberries for the September feeding 🫐 just so you all can see how much they have grown from Spring to Summer. It has everything to do with the growing medium and fertilizer. Curious to know your choice of blueberries? The way I have mine setup I have berries all season.

[@jbravo1878]

Your garden is beautiful! Ty for the tips

[@growingoutthebox]

You are so welcome! This video is exactly what I do to every bush.

[@mvpdavidson45]

Do you think I can use this same method for a Dwarf Everbearing Mulberry tree?.. your garden and yard looks absolutely beautiful

[@growingoutthebox]

How tall will it get?

[@mvpdavidson45]

@@growingoutthebox 8-10' tall and wide.. Thank you so much!

[@southernroots2229]

Thanks. Your blueberry garden is so pretty, nice and neat. I appreciate the instructional video on how to go about installing the round metal raise bed. I’m waiting on a delivery for some metal raised beds, and this information is going to help me out tremendously. Can you tell me where I can buy the zipper net mesh that you protect your berries from birds?

[@growingoutthebox]

Comments like this is what makes recording these videos so well worth it. It’s all about the sharing of experiences in the garden. My blueberry plants are on autopilot. I feed them twice a year and they are super healthy. Thank you so much.

[@chinaskibukowski7747]

Do the critters ever eat your blueberry's? Some excellent information, I'll try planting blueberry's for the this time this year. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos!

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you for watching. I put netting on my plants. I will have them available in my store.

[@containingmygarden]

Nice info.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks. Spring is has arrived.🌱

[@lynniettedraper3656]

Hi Growing out the box! My question is will my blueberries be fine if I used pine bark mulch instead of nuggets? Also, if I don't have compost would kitchen scraps work? Lastly, would blood meal be fine just at time of planting until I get some cotton seed meal?

[@growingoutthebox]

Thanks for the question. 1st. I would personally never put blood meal on my blueberry bushes. You will get a lot of green growth and fewer berries. Cotton seed meal is all I use but berry tone is an option. Run the pine bark mulch over with a lawn mower or if you have a chipper. Mix it into the compost. The compost helps feed the plant. I would not dig around the plant because it would destroy the roots that sit on the top.

[@lynniettedraper3656]

@growingoutthebox thank you so much! Just picked up some Berry tone and I'll be ordering the cotton seed mill today.

[@susanapollo284]

So inspiring to be self sustaining

[@growingoutthebox]

It is truly a blessing. Thanks for stopping by! 😊

[@patricemcdee1587]

Thanks a million for this video, I have brought many berry bushes and they always die. I did take notes. The best garden I ever seen.

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you Patrice. I appreciate that. If you implement the planting tips in this video you will realize just how easy it is to grow the blueberries. Fall is a great time to plant if you already have your plants. I'm planting more grapes which I grow almost the same. Any questions please feel free to ask.

[@patricemcdee1587]

@@growingoutthebox I live in NC and I have been trying to grow kiwis also and they too die. Do I need to plant the same as the berries?

[@growingoutthebox]

​@@patricemcdee1587 Blueberries grow in very acidic soil. They need a pH of around 4.5 to 5.5. Kiwi prefer acidic soil but not to the extent of blueberries. Plant vines in well-drained soil with a pH between 5.0 to 6.5. and lots of organic matter like good compost. I would only use an all purpose balanced organic slow release fertilizer with low #s like a 2.2.2. Most important is that you have a male and female plant. Male flowers have a yellow center due to their pollen-bearing anthers. Female flowers are larger than male. The center pistil, which receives the yellow pollen is a bright white. I hope that helps.

[@patricemcdee1587]

@@growingoutthebox Yes your information is very helpful and I have taken notes and everything you are telling me I will use to grow berries and kiwis

[@growingoutthebox]

@@patricemcdee1587 we grow together 🤛🏽

[@cashflo.]

Had to look at the video again to see how your blueberries bush use to look

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you. I added it to the pinned comment on the October Garden Tour

[@Gmoneygrip1960]

Hell of a job young man love the fact you used a level! If it looks good it works good....

[@growingoutthebox]

Make sure you click the notification bell. Several new videos will be up next week.

[@bobcat7949]

I just bought two blurry bushes. I like the containers you planted them in. Where can I purchase some and what are the sizes for your blueberries.

[@growingoutthebox]

@@bobcat7949 This is your lucky day! These 48” round raised beds are clearance so I don’t know how long they will last. amzn.to/4exxaRN

[@HollijoyJohnson]

Absolutely beautiful 😍 thanks for sharing 👍

[@growingoutthebox]

Thank you and my pleasure! 😊

[@containingmygarden]

Good info🌱

[@growingoutthebox]

Love me some blueberries. Those smoothies are calling me. lol

[@teresam.5821]

Thank you!!

[@growingoutthebox]

You are so welcome Teresa

[@alfredawoods9949]

Can I replant my bushes at this time? They have stopped producing and I want to add new bushes. I have them in the ground with borders. I don't have the room in my yard to plant separately. I'm in MD zone 7

[@growingoutthebox]

Yes you can replant them but you will more than likely need to use the growing medium in this video. If you haven't pruned there is most likely why they are not producing.

[@taililly2483]

Thanks for the info. A new subscriber. I have 2 blueberries in 1 gallon pots i need to plant up. I dont have the room for that size container, so what is the smallest size container you reommend planting in & still get a decent harvest?

[@growingoutthebox]

A 15 gallon container should be sufficient. Remember, the roots are shallow and closer to the top so wider is better than depth. Peat moss, compost and mini pine bark nuggets. And at least 3 inches of pine bark mulch. 👍🏽 You got this!

[@fanniewhite4762]

Where did you get the container..just started watching videos and they are amazing

[@Murph999]

Sharing years of experience. Thanks boss! I have 6 container blueberries growing. They're looking good. Should I give them a fertilizer boost as they start to ripen? Or let them be?

[@growingoutthebox]

Water…. Fertilizer early spring and late summer. During fruiting a drink a day. On average 3 gallons per week. When fruiting I water everyday.

[@Murph999]

@@growingoutthebox Right on.. Thanks so much for the advice, keep the content coming and hope you're enjoying it. and getting some income from it. Well deserved.

[@nickkonstantelopoulos]

G'day mate just wanted to let you know my blueberries are turning blue, ripening i guess, for first time (excited!). They're still in a big pot plant but will be planted in earth imminently, all the best to you and thankyou for all your great work.

[@growingoutthebox]

Congratulations on the berries. Get ready for the birds. lol. They are crazy for blueberries. The blueberries will do better in large planters.

[@nickkonstantelopoulos]

Thankyou so much for reply you must be so busy and thankyou for the tip about the birds and larger planters. I will certainly keep a close eye on the berries and will take precautionary measures to safeguard from any ''attacks''. Hard to express how much your great work is appreciated, amazing, everything is so helpful, all the very best to you my friend👍

[@growingoutthebox]

@@nickkonstantelopoulos You will loose half of your berries if you are not prepared. kzbin.infoXlMlc42EcRw?si=GN0KwKMmjPKZhhtL

[@arienneboyer4802]

Beautiful!! Where do you get your bushes from?

[@growingoutthebox]

@@arienneboyer4802 go to my website and you will see the blueberry 🫐 bush on the landing page. growingoutthebox.com

[@ineshianewton7740]

I love your gardening mindset...where did you get the hello darling bushes?

[@growingoutthebox]

Here is my secret 🤫 online orchard…. It’s a secret 🤐

[@gloriaelliott7872]

Gowing out the box that is good information you are giving now I only got on plant that let me know what with it ❤🎉🎉

[@growingoutthebox]

Use the soil mixture I’m showing you for blueberries and even though it may say self fertile I would still get a 2nd bush.