The blueberry ‘Blueray’ (Vaccinium corymbosum x angustifolium) stands out with large, firm blueberries with a superior and distinctive texture when eaten fresh, provides pleasure under the tooth and has nothing to envy other varieties. High and consistent yields. Those who try it adopt it. The blueberry ‘Blueray” turns red and yellow as fall approaches. Mid-season variety.

As acid-loving plants, they have the particularity of growing in acidic (pH 4 to 5.3) and organic soil. You can recreate their bog environment with pure sphagnum moss that you will mix with the existing soil. Although blueberries tolerate drought, their shallow roots need constant moisture to grow juicy berries, so do not forget to add organic mulch. In this rare case, a softwood mulch is welcome. Good drainage is essential.

You will have the satisfaction of a first harvest the year after planting, and this will continue for 20 to 30 years, by pruning the old wood whose production declines towards the end of winter. Combine early, mid-season and late varieties for a harvest that stretches from the beginning to the end of summer. They are partially self-fertile, but in the presence of another variety, cross-pollination gives larger fruits, in greater number. Pillar of edible peatland landscapes.