Can blueberries be grown in Hunan?

Can blueberries be grown in Hunan?

Blueberries can be grown in Hunan, and the best time to plant them is in autumn. Blueberries are more suitable for planting in temperate and cold zones. Hunan is more prone to high temperatures and drought, so if you plant blueberries here, you must choose the right varieties.

Blueberries are mostly grown in temperate cold regions, mainly distributed in areas with an altitude of 900-2300 meters. Under the climatic conditions in Hunan, the varieties that can be grown include highbush blueberry and rabbiteye blueberry.

Hunan Blueberry Planting Technology

1. Temperature

Blueberries prefer a warm and humid growing environment. The most suitable growth temperature is 15-20℃. The plant has good cold and heat resistance. It can safely overwinter outdoors in winter and can withstand temperatures as low as -10℃.

2. Moisture

Blueberries require an air humidity of around 65-75%. They have high requirements for water, but are also afraid of waterlogging. Watering should be alternating between dry and wet, and the plants should be replenished with water in time, but water should not be allowed to accumulate in the soil.

3. Soil

Blueberries have relatively high requirements for soil. This crop prefers acidic soil, with a pH value between 4-4.8 being best, and the organic matter content in the soil must be above 5%.