I'm planning to put some blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries in the ground soon, but the weather forecast shows a low of 37 degrees this Wednesday night. Since these plants are not seedlings and have established root balls (blueberries in a quart container, strawberries in 4x4 containers, and one raspberry from Tractor Supply), should I go ahead and plant them, or is it better to wait until after the cold night? I appreciate any advice, especially since I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask! Thanks!
2 Answers
Check if they're still dormant. If they've got new tender leaves, then I'd be cautious. But normally, the leaves toughen up after a few days, so you'll probably be fine.
It's likely fine to plant them since they are all hardy varieties. Just know that if you can, it's best to avoid planting right before a cold snap. Better to be safe than sorry!
How do I check if they're dormant? I hope that's not a silly question!