FAQ: What Season Can You Go Blueberry Picking?

What month do you pick blueberries?

You can enjoy fresh blueberries year-round! The North American blueberry season and harvest runs from April to late September. Then, imports from in South America fill the grocery store shelves from October to March. In our winter, they ‘re experiencing sunny summer – perfect for harvesting blueberries.

Can blueberries be picked early?

Ideally, blueberries should be ripe before they are picked. Otherwise, they have a hard, sour flavor. If blueberries are picked early, you still may be able to ripen them.

Is it too late for blueberry picking?

On a nationwide level you can expect the first blueberries to arrive for the year from Florida, followed by other southern states and California. When Are Blueberries Harvested in Each State?

State	Harvest Time
California	May to late June
Florida	late March to late May
Georgia	early May to July
Texas,	June to August

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Are blueberries in season yet?

Northern California is farther down the page. Typical Crop / Harvest Availability Dates for. Northern California.

CROP	MONTH
Blueberries	May 15 – July 30
Blackberries	May 15 – July 30
Boysenberries	May 15 – July 31
Apricots

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What is the fastest way to pick blueberries?

This particular farmer likes the plucking method. Get two hands in the bushes, no matter that there are thorns and spiders all over the place, and pluck those blueberries as fast as you can. Because the faster you fill that bucket, the faster you are able to make money.

How long do blueberry bushes live?

With proper care and in the right environment, blueberry bushes live 50 years or more.

Do blueberries continue to ripen after being picked?

Blueberries. Blueberries ripen after picking, provided they’re picked at the right time. If a blueberry is white or green, it was picked too soon and won’t ripen. Keep an eye out for full looking berries with a gray-blue color.

Do blueberries get sweeter after they are picked?

First, it is key to know that once picked, blueberries will NOT become any sweeter, nor will the flavor improve. The only change that occurs is the color. They will APPEAR to ripen, but it is only a color change, from white to green to rose to red to pale blue to fully blue.

How can you tell if a blueberry is sweet?

You can’t really look at the size of the blueberry to tell if it will be sweet or sour. You have to look at the color. Generally, the darker and bluer in color the blueberry is, the sweeter it is, and the lighter and redder the blueberry is, the more sour it is.

Where is the best place to plant a blueberry bush?

Select a sunny, sheltered spot. While blueberries are tolerant of shade, better crops are obtained in the sun. At the same time, they should not be exposed to harsh, drying winds. Don’t plant blueberries too close to trees, as the trees will not only block out sunlight, but will also suck up any moisture in the soil.

What do you wear to pick blueberries?

Wear clothing you don’t mind getting stained and consider long-sleeved shirts and pants, especially if you ‘ll be picking berries on thorny canes. Choose footwear that is comfortable for standing and walking and ones that you don’t mind getting dirty (think old tennis shoes over flip-flops).

Where do blueberries grow best?

Blueberry bushes can pop up all over the U.S., and while 38 states grow blueberries commercially, ten states account for more than 98% of U.S. commercial production: California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oregon and Washington.

Can I grow a blueberry bush from a blueberry?

First, is a blueberry a seed? No, the seeds are inside the fruit, and it takes a little work to separate them from the pulp. You can use fruit from an existing bush or from those purchased at the grocers, but the results may be poor or non-existent.

What months are avocados in season?

Avocados are available year round like most agricultural commodities these days, but January through March is the best time of year for flavor. It is during this time that the fruit has developed higher oil content, resulting in that buttery flavor and texture that we all love.

What month is strawberry season?

Because of that, and the varied locations where they are grown, the national strawberry season is said to run January through November. In the Deep South, when to harvest strawberries will usually be late April and May. In the middle part of the country, at Eckert’s, May and June are typically best.