Blueberry Tree | Size: 5-10 inch | Variety : Biloxi

"Add natural abundance to your space— trees offer generous harvests of nutrient-rich nuts, while blueberry trees bring sweet, juicy fruit and fragrant blossoms that attract pollinators and boost nearby plant health."

Free from pesticides, chemicals, and harmful material⭐
Only Natural farming methods is used to produce and process all of our produce including our blueberry trees here⭐
100% Organic Trees  ❤️🌎

• Type: Southern Highbush

• Chill Hours: 150–200 hours (very low!)

• Pollination: Self-fertile, but better yield with cross-pollination

✅ USDA Hardiness Zones:

• Zones 8–10
  (sometimes successful in 7b with care, but not ideal)

🌡️ Temperature Tolerance:

• Heat-tolerant: Performs well in hot climates

• Cold sensitivity:

  • Can tolerate short dips to 20–25°F (-6 to -4°C)

  • Extended freezes below 20°F (-6°C) can damage the plant

• Requires mild winters and warm springs for optimal fruiting

📍 Good Locations to Grow ‘Biloxi’:

• Georgia (zone 8)

• South Carolina (coastal areas)

• Florida

• Southern Texas

• Southern California

🌱 Growing Tips:

• Soil: Acidic (pH 4.5–5.5), well-draining, high organic matter

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Water: Consistent moisture, but not soggy

• Mulch: Helps retain moisture and acidity

• Container: Does great in pots if soil is kept acidic
  
  
  

  1. Climate & Zone Requirements

  • Best Zones: USDA 8–10

  • Chill Hours: Only 150–200 hours, ideal for mild winters

  • Frost Tolerance: Can handle short dips to 20°F (-6°C) but protect from deep freezes

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  🔹 2. Choose the Right Location

  • Sun: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)

  • Airflow: Good circulation helps reduce fungal issues

  • Protection: Avoid low spots where cold air settles

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  🔹 3. Soil Preparation

  • Type: Acidic soil, pH 4.5–5.5 is critical

  • Drainage: Well-draining sandy loam is ideal

  • Amendments: Mix in peat moss, pine bark, or pine needles for acidity and organic matter

  ➡️ Test your soil first. If needed, lower pH with sulfur or an acid-forming fertilizer.

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  🔹 4. Planting Instructions

  • When to plant: Late fall to early spring (while dormant)

  • Spacing: 3–5 ft between plants, 8–10 ft between rows

  • Depth: Plant at same depth as nursery pot. Avoid burying the crown.

  • Mulch: 2–4 inches of pine bark or needles to conserve moisture and maintain pH

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  🔹 5. Watering

  • Needs consistent moisture — especially the first 1–2 years

  • Water 1–2 inches per week (more in dry weather)

  • Avoid soggy soil — raised beds help in clay areas

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  🔹 6. Fertilizing

  • Use acid-loving plant fertilizer (like for azaleas or camellias)

  • Fertilize in early spring, then again in late spring or early summer

  • Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers — can damage roots

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  🔹 7. Pruning

  • Year 1–2: Remove flowers to encourage strong root growth

  • After Year 2: Prune in late winter to remove:

    • Weak or crossing branches

    • Old canes (older than 4 years)

    • Thin out to keep plant open and productive

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  🔹 8. Pollination

  • Biloxi is self-fertile, but you'll get more and larger berries with a second Southern Highbush variety nearby (like ‘Misty’ or ‘Sunshine Blue’)

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  🔹 9. Pests & Problems

  • Birds: Netting helps protect fruit

  • Fungal issues: Avoid overhead watering

  • Root rot: Ensure well-drained soil and don’t overwater

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  🔹 10. Container Growing Tips (Optional)

  • Use a large 15+ gallon pot

  • Soil mix: 50% peat moss, 30% pine bark, 20% perlite

  • Use acidic fertilizer

  • Great option in Zone 8 to move indoors during rare freezes

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  ✅ Harvesting

  • Fruits ripen late spring to early summer

  • Berries turn deep blue when ripe—wait a few days after coloring for full sweetness

  • Pick every 3–5 days