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LH 97: How to Grow The Best Blueberries at Home

LH 97: How to Grow The Best Blueberries at Home

FromLiving Homegrown Podcast with Theresa Loe


LH 97: How to Grow The Best Blueberries at Home

FromLiving Homegrown Podcast with Theresa Loe

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Length:
39 minutes
Released:
Apr 28, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

If you have wanted to grow your own blueberries but thought it was too hard, this is the episode for you. Yes, blueberries have specific requirements. BUT...if you know the tricks, it is easy to have success! In this episode, host Theresa Loe interviews Lee Reich - a well-respected author and authority in fruit growing. Lee knows a thing or two about blueberries. In fact, his PhD is in blueberries! In this episode you learn: How growing blueberries is easier than you think, The pros and cons of each type of plant, The exact formula to adjust your soil pH, The secret to creating the best soil, How to best prevent birds from eating your harvest, How to prune each type of blueberry plant, The trick for knowing when your blueberries have the best flavor...and no...it has nothing to do with color! As always, you can get more information at www.LivingHomegrown.com/97 including links and a full transcript of the episode. 
Released:
Apr 28, 2017
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

LivingHomegrown is all about living farm fresh without the farm. Through canning and preserving, artisan food crafting, and small-space food growing you can enjoy the flavors of the season and live a more sustainable lifestyle no matter how small of a space you call home. Hosted by TV canning expert and national PBS TV producer, Theresa Loe, this weekly podcast alternates between solo episodes and interviews with the rock stars of the DIY food movement and each weekly episode helps you live closer to your food.