{"product_id":"tifblue-blueberry-bush","title":"Tifblue Blueberry Bush","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePremium Blueberry Super Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA member of the Rabbiteye family, the Tifblue Blueberry has long held a place of prominence among commercial growers and astute kitchen gardeners. It’s considered a \u003cstrong\u003epremium berry – firm, sweet and flavorful –\u003c\/strong\u003e and has a proven track record for producing \u003cstrong\u003ecopious quantities year-after-year\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasiest Blueberry to Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Tifblue blooms in March with \u003cstrong\u003emedium-sized berries ripe and ready to pick late-June through July\u003c\/strong\u003e. It adapts to conditions where many blueberry varieties struggle to mature. It has “roots” native to the Southeast but \u003cstrong\u003eneeds about 650 chill hours\u003c\/strong\u003e annually to turn out reliable crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis combination makes it \u003cstrong\u003eheat and drought tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e while being the \u003cstrong\u003emost cold-hardy of the Rabbiteye blueberries.\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s \u003cstrong\u003edisease resistant \u003c\/strong\u003eand has few serious pests… aside from the neighborhood birds capitalizing on a “free meal.”\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBig Return with Minimal Investment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Known as a heavy producer, it doesn’t take long before the Tifblue is laden with fruit. It starts \u003cstrong\u003eproducing within a year or two of planting\u003c\/strong\u003e, and by year 7 or 8, harvest season can \u003cstrong\u003edeliver up to 15 pounds of berries\u003c\/strong\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tifblue performs best with a cross pollinator nearby to maximize production and ensure \u003cem\u003ebigger\u003c\/em\u003e berries. The \u003cu\u003eBrightwell\u003c\/u\u003e and \u003cu\u003eClimax\u003c\/u\u003e varieties have proven compatible Tifblue Rabbiteye blueberry pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo get all the needed nutrients, the Tifblue prefers a \u003cstrong\u003ebright, sunny location where the soil is highly acidic\u003c\/strong\u003e. Minimal pruning is required. A light trim before spring allows clusters to set and berries to reach their full potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealthy and Nutritious “Blue” Ribbon Winner\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Tifblue is a \u003cstrong\u003ebackyard garden super-food, \u003c\/strong\u003eenjoyed as a summer staple while affording plenty of extra produce for winter reserves. Its blue pigment is \u003cstrong\u003eloaded with antioxidants,\u003c\/strong\u003e boosting the immune system and preventing infection. It’s packed with fiber, vitamin C and other vitamins and minerals that far outweigh its small stature in health benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis blueberry adds a sweet taste and colorful texture to breakfast cereals, breads, smoothies and salads. To enjoy post summer, simply transfer straight from bucket to freezer containers. Thaw and wash as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFestively Fruitful Shrub\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Tifblue is more than just a practical food source -- this shrub is an \u003cstrong\u003eornamental addition\u003c\/strong\u003e to your garden with \u003cstrong\u003ethree full seasons of interest\u003c\/strong\u003e. In spring, \u003cstrong\u003ebell-shaped blossoms\u003c\/strong\u003e cover the shrub in a profusion of white and pale pink. As berries develop, they turn from green to pink to bright, blueberry blue. In one last radiant burst, the Tifblue’s \u003cstrong\u003eglossy, green leaves take on a rich burgundy\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecolor\u003c\/strong\u003e at season’s end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike many fruit producers, this plant requires little space to thrive. 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Set the plant’s root ball into the hole and fill with soil. Press the soil down around the plant’s roots to firm and remove all air pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, apply a three-inch layer of mulch around the bush to inhibit unwanted weed growth and keep the soil moist.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo grow in a container, plant in a pot that is twice as large as the plant’s root ball. The pot should have adequate drainage holes in the base to allow the water to drain from the soil. Fill the container with three inches of potting soil, place the root ball into the pot, and firm the soil around the plant’s roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. Watering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWater your Tifblue at least once per week to keep the soil moist, or check the soil about 2 inches down for dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. Fertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFertilize with an acidic fertilizer, and follow the directions on the fertilizer’s label for application ratios.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. 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