Starting and Managing Your Blueberry Patch

The N.C. Cooperative Extension Service will be holding a free seminar on how to establish and maintain your blueberry patch.  This event will be held on Wednesday February 11th from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Macon County Center located on 193 Thomas Heights Rd. Franklin NC.

This seminar is geared for those new to growing blueberries or desiring to brush up on the basics. Participants will learn about site selection and preparation, proper soil and plant fertility needs, spacing, weed control, choosing the right cultivars, pruning, harvesting and more. Finally, we will discuss the most common disease and insect problems and their possible control options.

For more information, go to macon.ces.ncsu.edu/events or contact the N.C. Cooperative Extension, Macon County Center to register at 828 349 2046 or e-mail Debbie Hunter at debbie_hunter@ncsu.edu

Blueberry Workshop