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Blueberries Need
Acid Soil
Locate blueberries in a sunny site on a sandy-peat soil of optimal performance. They will tolerate heavier soils with good aceration and drainage, high organic matter eontect, and adequate moisture. Few soils are immediately suitable for blueberry cultivation because many have a pH above 5.5. The most important step in growing blueberries is maintaining an acid soil.
If the pH of your soil is greater than 5.5, but less than 7.0, you may increase the acidity with applications of sulfur. Virginia Cooperative Extension agents can recommend the amount of these materials needed for your specific soil type.
The acidity of the soil will increase very slowly after application, so soil modification should begin at least one year prior to planting.
It is impractical to modify alkaline soils (pH greater than 7.0). A soil test provides specific recommendations for pre-plant fertilization. Select a location with good air flow, and grow only those cultivars that are hardy to your area.
Dr. Diane Relf is a horticulture specialist with Virginia Cooperative Extension and is a member of the faculty of Virginia Tech.
March exhibit
at BRAC Gallery
The work of artist Judith Einstmas of Cross Junction, is currently on display at the Blue Ridge Arts Council Gallery at 305 E. Main Street in Front Royal. Einstman works in pastel which is a dry medium, and is defined as “drawing”, and in serigraph, which is another name for silk screen - which gives the work and textured look. The gallery is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and there is no charge.
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