Emerald Blueberry Bush

Popular, Mildly-Sweet Blueberries for Low-Maintenance Growers Known for its mildly-sweet flavor and higher fruit yields, the Emerald Blueberry Bush is a self-fertile plant that's popular among many growers. Because of its spreading capabilities and round habit, gardeners enjoy using this plant for a variety of landscapes. The best parts of the Emerald Blueberry Bush are its abundant crops and long harvest period. In fact, many growers love that they can grow large quantities of fruit with very little effort. For even greater yields, be sure to plant it next to other blueberry varieties for the best outcome. The Emerald Blueberry Bush adds visual interest to a number of landscapes and thrives in Southern temperatures. It'll reach 12-15 ft. tall, and in fall, you'll admire its  lush, green leaves. Simply plant it in full sunlight and watch your Emerald Blueberries sprout before your eyes!Interested in growing large and perfectly-sweet blueberries right in your own backyard? Then hurry, they sell fast. Get your Emerald Blueberry Bush today! Planting & Care 1. Planting: Plant in an area with well-drained soil and adequate sunlight (6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily) with some shade and exposure to cooler weather. When you're ready to plant, dig a hole that is three times the diameter of the plant’s root ball and just as deep. Place the plant into the hole so that surface roots are just below the soil’s line. Fill in the hole with the garden soil, pine bark, and peat moss mixture. Tamp the soil down firmly around the shrub’s roots to remove any air pockets. 2. Watering: Your blueberry should be watered once every 2 to 3 days for the first two weeks. Keep soil moist, not saturated, by using your index finger. Stick it into your soil a couple of inches and feel around for any moisture. If it’s becoming dry, water your bush. 3. Fertilizing: Fertilize your blueberry when the leaves start to develop. Apply one tablespoon of fertilizer made for azaleas such as 10-5-4, 10-8-8 or 11-7-7 in a 12-inch circle around the base of the shrub. Water thoroughly after fertilizing. 4. Pruning: Your bush will benefit from being pruned in the late winter to remove dead or crowded branches.