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Hi all, i planted blue berry shrubs 2 weeks ago, having purchased from Bunnings. Looks like it is not thriving. I used acidic potting mix ( like azalea one) and pine mulch, and depending upon rain conditions, watering almost every other day. It is turning red/ brown now. These photos are 4-5 days old and look much worse now. Thanks
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @Mohali123. It's sensational to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about plant care.
Thanks for sharing the photos and details of your setup—it sounds like you’ve made some great choices, especially using an acidic potting mix and pine mulch, which blueberries prefer. The red and brown colouring in the leaves suggests the plant is under stress. Since the condition has worsened, it could be due to transplant shock, which is common when blueberries are moved into a new environment and take time to settle in. Overwatering or poor drainage is another possibility—while blueberries like consistently moist soil, they don’t tolerate soggy conditions well, so make sure the pot or garden bed drains freely. Also consider how much sun the plant is getting. Blueberries thrive in full sun, but newly planted ones can struggle in very hot or exposed spots. If it’s in direct sun all day, providing some light shade during the hottest part might help.
Remember, we have a Perfect Plant Promise, so if they do perish, you can always return them to the store of purchase with your receipt for exchange.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
