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Growing Berries in Your Backyard | Blackberries | Raspberries | Strawberries Blueberries belong to the family Ericaceae, which include azaleas and rhododendrons. Most gardeners will recognize this plant family as one that does best in acidic soil (pH of 4.5-5.5). You can determine the pH of your soil with a test kit. Before planting blueberries, consider the following: Can I grow blueberries in a warm climate? What varieties are best for my home garden? What are the sunlight and soil requirements for home garden blueberries? What are the planting and spacing requirements for blueberries? Do my plants need a pollinator? How should I care for my blueberry plants? How should blueberries be watered and fertilized?

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