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Bluecrop · Blueberry

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Bluecrop to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 4th
Harvest BeginsMay 4th
Harvest EndsOct 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to MaturityN/A
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitShrub
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For Northern highbush blueberries, plant 2–3 year nursery plants, keep the root ball intact, and use acidic soil (pH ~4.5–5.5) with consistent moisture for best establishment.