What type of soil should I use for my European Blueberry?

European Blueberry does best in well-draining soil . A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Should I fertilize my European Blueberry?

European Blueberry grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer . Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

What is the growth pattern for European Blueberry?

European Blueberry will branch off as it grows. To encourage branching, pinch off the newest growth at the tip and the stem will branch off into two.

Can European Blueberry be grown outdoors?

USDA Hardiness Zone European Blueberry can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b . Find your local hardiness zone here .

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Q: How often should I water my European Blueberry?

European Blueberry prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly . Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Q: How much sunlight does my European Blueberry need?

European Blueberry requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

About European Blueberry

European Blueberry is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

European Blueberry likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Vaccinium myrtillus

Genus

Vaccinium

Family

Ericaceae

Order

Ericales

Also known as

European blueberry, Common bilberry and Blue whortleberry

How to care for European Blueberry

Water

How often to water your European Blueberry

European Blueberry needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in San Jose, California.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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Light

Check the growing potential in your area

A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for European Blueberry in your home

Light needs and placement for plant European Blueberry: 1ft from a window

European Blueberry love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in San Jose, California ⛅.

European Blueberry does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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