Use of plant growth regulators in blueberry production in the Southeastern U.S.: A review

Abstract

Blueberry (Vaccinium sp.) production has expanded rapidly in the Southeastern U.S. over the past two decades, and various production problems have been encountered. These problems include poor pollination, low fruit set, freeze damage, variable yields, and small fruit size among others. Plant growth regulators (PGRs) have been utilized to overcome some production problems with some degree of success. This manuscript reviews findings of research that has been conducted over the past few years with PGRs and blueberries in the Southeast. © 2005 by The Haworth Press, Inc. All rights reserved.