Compost is an acceptable amendment for blueberry plants, but it's important to test it before you apply it. Pay attention to pH and nutrient levels, and watch out for weeds.
In 2022, Shayan Ghajar planted randomized blocks of annual forages and evaluated them for yield and nutritive value and also set out to determine the best sowing dates and growing conditions.
The plants in the field trials were chosen by an advisory group of nursery growers and landscape designers and were evaluated on growth, visual appeal, timing of flowering, density of flowers, physiology and heat tolerance.
Learn to grow your own sweet, juicy blueberries in your Oregon home garden! Find out which types and cultivars of blueberries grow best where you live, and which part of your yard is best suited for ...
Bernadine Strik, Emily Dixon, Amy Jo Detweiler, Nicole Sanchez |
Dec 2020 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
This collection has information on soil testing and ferilizing, renovation. forage management , hay, irrigation, feeding values, forage types, forage anti-quality factors, leasing pastures and more.
This publication describes blueberry cultivars, including northern highbush, southern highbush, rabbiteye, lowbush, and half-high types. It includes information on commercial value and identifies which cultivars work well for home gardens.
Chad Finn, Bernadine Strik, Patrick P. Moore |
Feb 2014 |
Extension Catalog publicationPeer reviewed (Orange level)
For blueberry growers, water management is a key to success. The goal is to apply the correct amount of water at the right time to minimize irrigation costs and maximize crop production and economic return.