We consider the flowering of blueberries as its critical phase. At this time, he spends all his energy to create fruit seeds. That is why we need to provide the plant with appropriate conditions for this process. You can’t do without fertilization, but not only. We suggest how to take care of the bushes.
The first fertilization is behind us. We should carry them out at the turn of March and April, when the ground dreams. The second power supply with nutrients should be planned for May.
We remind you that this plant needs acidic soil, with a pH of 3.5 to 5.5. If the reaction is higher, then its leaves turn yellow and the height will be inhibited. So how do you fertilize American blueberries during flowering?
We can use a solution with citric acidwhich not only acidifies the soil, but also has a good impact on the growth of the bushes, their flowering and fruit. In addition, thanks to fungicidal properties, it protects them against diseases, i.e. gray mold and anthraknose. So how do you prepare fertilizer from this kitchen product?
Mix 1 teaspoon of citric acid with 5 liters of water and water the American blueberry every 2-3 weeks with such a solution. Nothing prevents you from using ready -made fertilizer for acidophilic plantswhich will be rich in nitrogen, but without chlorides. We spread it around the bush and water it generously.
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During flowering, we must not only ensure that the blueberry is fertilized. We should focus on 4 important treatments. In question?
The root system of this plant is shallow, which is why it is easy for both drying and pouring. We must therefore find a golden water watering agent. We perform this treatment regularly during flowering, especially in dry and windy weather. The water should be soft with an acidic reaction. So the best will be rainwater. Avoid soaking flowers so as not to lead to the development of fungal diseases.
We make litter from pine bark, needle or sawdust. These materials retain moisture in the ground, limit the development of weeds and acidify the earth. Already after winter it is worth laying out a 5 cm thick layer. We will then provide the roots with optimal conditions for growth.
Sometimes it may happen that even in May the temperature at night falls below 0. Such delicate frosts will destroy flowers, and thus prevent the fruit from tied up. So let’s monitor the weather and cover the bushes with agrotextile. In the morning we remove the cover so as not to overheat the plant.
- Attraction
American blueberry needs insects to pollinate flowers. Without them, we can’t count on fruit. So let’s attract bees and bumblebees to the garden, planting honey plants, i.e. lavender or face. During the flowering of the bushes, we should also avoid the use of plant protection products that harm pollinators.
