Blueberry Antioxidant Blend

Blueberries

• Plant blueberries in a sunny spot with acidic, well-drained soil, ideally in raised beds or large containers.
• Ensure consistent moisture, especially during fruit development, using rainwater or acidified water if your tap water is alkaline.
• For better yields, plant at least two different varieties that bloom around the same time for cross-pollination.

Kale

• Sow kale seeds directly or transplant seedlings in full sun to partial shade after the last frost.
• Kale thrives in cool weather and rich, well-drained soil with consistent moisture.
• Consider growing kale in containers if garden space is limited, ensuring they have adequate drainage and regular feeding.

• Cover blueberry bushes with bird netting as fruits begin to ripen to protect against birds.

• Inspect kale regularly and hand-pick cabbage worms or use Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) spray for effective control.

• Spray kale leaves with a strong stream of water or use insecticidal soap to dislodge and deter aphids.

Blueberries

• Harvest blueberries when they are fully blue and easily detach from the stem; unripe berries will be tart.
• Pick gently to avoid bruising, and harvest regularly as berries ripen over several weeks.

Kale

• Begin harvesting kale leaves from the outside of the plant when they are about the size of your hand, leaving the central growing point intact.
• Harvest regularly to encourage new growth, and young leaves are generally more tender and less bitter.