why my blueberry bush blooms more than it fruits

Every spring, I walk into my backyard and see my old blueberry bush bursting with white blossoms. It reminds me of my grandmother’s garden—she always said a bush full of flowers meant a summer full of pies. But now, decades later, I find myself with a bush that’s 95% flowers and barely any berries. Some neighbors say it’s the unpredictable North American spring—too much rain, not enough bees, or maybe those late frosts. Others blame new gardening methods, like over-fertilizing or pruning at the wrong time. I can’t help but wonder if we’ve lost touch with the old ways, when patience and observation guided our hands, not quick fixes from the internet. My friends from the city scoff at my worries, saying they’d rather buy blueberries at the store than fuss with the soil. But out here, in our close-knit community, growing your own is a point of pride—and sometimes a point of contention. The HOA wants tidy yards, but I want wild, buzzing life. Have you noticed your blueberries blooming more than fruiting? Is it the changing climate, or just the way we garden now? Maybe it’s time we talk about what we’re willing to trade: beauty for bounty, tradition for convenience, or community rules for personal joy. Let’s share our stories and see if we can bring back the harvests we remember. #blueberries #gardeningdebate #nostalgia #Gardening