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Where to Buy Blueberry Plants Online & Choose the Right Variety

If you’ve been searching for blueberry plants online, you’ve probably noticed something right away—there are a lot of options, and not much guidance.

Different varieties. Different harvest times. Different growing requirements.

It’s easy to feel unsure about what will actually work in your yard.

The good news? Once you understand a few key principles, choosing the right blueberry plants becomes simple—and sets you up for years of success.

Plant once. Enjoy for years.

Best Types of Blueberry Plants

Choosing the right type is the foundation of a healthy plant and a strong harvest. Here’s how to narrow it down.

Northern Highbush Blueberries (Most Popular Choice)

These are the go-to for most home gardeners—and the varieties we grow right here in Michigan.

  • Thrive in cooler climates
  • Produce large, flavorful berries
  • Consistent harvests year after year

Varieties like Blue Crop and Blue Jay been trusted for decades because they simply perform.

If you’re looking for reliability and great-tasting fruit, this is where to start.

Half-High Blueberries (Cold Hardy & Compact)

Perfect for smaller spaces or colder regions.

  • More compact plants
  • Extremely winter hardy
  • Great for containers or tight garden areas

They may stay smaller, but they’re incredibly resilient—and still produce quality fruit.

Extend Your Harvest with Multiple Varieties

One of the simplest ways to get more from your plants:

  • Early season: Start your summer strong
  • Mid-season: Peak production
  • Late season: Keep harvesting longer

Plant a mix, and you’ll enjoy fresh blueberries for weeks instead of days. All of our Home Gardener Packages are designed to provide you with an Early, Mid, and Late variety.

Explore Real Varieties from Our Farm

If you want to see how these differences show up in real plants, we’ve put together a simple guide featuring the varieties we offer to growers and homeowners.

Inside, you’ll find trusted options like Bluecrop, Duke, Legacy, Polaris, and more—each with different harvest times, berry size, and growth habits.

👉 View our blueberry variety guide:

This gives you a clear, side-by-side look so you can choose with confidence—based on real-world growing experience.

Why Farm-Grown Blueberry Plants Matter

Where your plants come from plays a bigger role than most people think.

At DeGrandchamp Farms, we grow what we sell—right here in Michigan, with decades of hands-on experience behind every plant we offer.

That means your plants are:

  • Selected and grown with real-world conditions in mind
  • Proven to perform in northern climates
  • Carefully handled from propagation to shipping

You’re not just buying a plant—you’re getting the benefit of over 65 years of growing knowledge.

Grown in Michigan. Proven to thrive.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Avoiding a few simple mistakes can make the difference between frustration and a thriving harvest.

1. Choosing the Wrong Variety

Not all blueberries grow well in every region.

If you’re unsure what works in your area, start here:
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Matching your plant to your climate is one of the easiest ways to ensure success.

2. Buying Based on Price Alone

Lower-cost plants often mean weaker roots or inconsistent growth.

Strong, farm-grown plants establish faster and produce sooner—saving you time and effort in the long run.

3. Planting Only One Variety

Blueberries produce better when cross-pollinated.

Planting multiple varieties leads to:

  • Better yields
  • Larger berries
  • More consistent harvests

4. Expecting Instant Results

Blueberries are a long-term investment.

With the right start, they’ll reward you for years with bigger harvests and better fruit each season.

Start with Plants You Can Trust

Growing blueberries doesn’t have to feel complicated.

When you start with the right varieties—grown by a farm that understands them—you remove the guesswork and gain confidence from day one.

From your first planting to your first harvest, everything becomes more enjoyable.

From our farm to your garden.

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you’re planting your first bush or expanding your garden, choosing the right plants is the first step toward a harvest you’ll look forward to every year.

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Let’s get growing.

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Simple Guide to Pruning Blueberry Bushes

This pruning guide was written by the growers at DeGrandchamp Farms, a Michigan blueberry farm with over 300 acres of production and decades of experience growing blueberries.

How to Prune Blueberry Bushes (Simple Guide for Healthy Plants)

Simple annual pruning will keep plants healthy and producing higher yields with bigger berries.

This guide explains when to prune blueberries, how to prune young bushes, and how to prune mature plants.

When Should You Prune Blueberry Bushes?

Blueberry bushes are best pruned while the plant is dormant.

The ideal pruning time is:

  • Late winter
  • Early spring (most preferred)
  • Late fall after leaves drop

Spring pruning is usually best because it allows you to identify branches damaged by winter cold and remove them before the plant begins growing again.

Plants pruned in fall may bloom slightly later in spring than bushes pruned during winter or early spring.

Pruning Young Blueberry Plants (First 3 Years)

Young blueberry plants need very little pruning during their first few years. The main goal is to help the plant build a strong structure.

During the first three years:

Remove:

  • Broken or winter-damaged branches
  • Weak or spindly growth near the base of the plant

This encourages strong upright growth that will support fruit later.

Should You Remove Flowers from Young Blueberry Plants?

This is optional. Once we complete a new planting on our commercial farm, we do not do this as it is too labor intensive for the amount of acres we plant at a time.

However, removing flower buds on young plants allows the plant to put its energy into root and branch growth instead of fruit production. You will not have blueberries the year you do this.

You can remove buds by:

  • Pinching them off by hand
  • Lightly pruning them off

Stronger plants in the early years lead to much better yields later.

Image: Flowers falling after pollination, green fruit visible. Energy is being put into producing fruit.

How to Prune Mature Blueberry Bushes

Once plants are established, they should be pruned every year.

Follow these three simple steps:

1. Remove Winter-Damaged Wood

Cut out any branches that were injured during winter.

2. Remove Weak or Low Branches

Remove fruiting branches that are:

  • Spindly
  • Less than 12 inches from the ground

Low branches produce small fruit and make harvesting difficult.

3. Remove the Oldest Canes

Each year remove 1–2 of the oldest canes and any branches that show weak growth.

This encourages the plant to produce new, vigorous canes, which produce the best blueberries. The best branches for fruit production are 2-4 years old.

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The Goal of Blueberry Pruning

Pruning helps manage:

  • Plant size
  • Plant shape
  • Air circulation
  • Fruit quality
  • Ease of harvesting

Well-pruned blueberry bushes are easier to pick, fertilize, and maintain.

Pro Tip From Our Farm

Blueberry plants naturally want to produce too many small branches. Removing weaker growth each year allows the plant to focus energy on fewer, stronger canes that produce larger berries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do blueberry bushes need pruning every year?

Yes. Annual pruning keeps plants productive and prevents overcrowding.

What happens if blueberry bushes are not pruned?

Plants become dense and shaded, which leads to smaller fruit and lower yields.

Can blueberry bushes be pruned too much?

Blueberries are very forgiving. Removing older wood and weak growth each year actually improves production.

Need Blueberry Plants?

If you’re planting blueberries at home, choosing the right variety for your climate makes a big difference.

At DeGrandchamp Farms, we grow thousands of blueberry plants each year and supply gardeners with varieties proven to grow well in northern climates.

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