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When to Plant Blueberry in Zone 8b

Family: Ericaceae Shrub fruit

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Blueberry

Crop Dates : 8b

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~30 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsMar 23rd
Harvest BeginsApr 22nd
Harvest EndsNov 12th