The traditional range for highbush blueberry production is south of a line extending from Muskegon to the lower end of Saginaw Bay.
Blueberries require specific soil conditions for good growth and production.
Flooded soils are undesirable, and some varieties like Bluecrop and Duke are readily damaged by high moisture levels. Variety Selection Choose varieties adapted to Michigan conditions. Varieties have been bred for use from Florida through Michigan, so only consider regionally adapted types. When possible, determine what varieties have performed well for other growers in your area. If local information is limited, consider starting a small test planting of several varieties before you plant on a large scale.