Storage Tips
Blueberries should be refrigerated immediately after harvest
Decayed or moldy blueberries should be removed before the blueberries are refrigerated
Do not wash the blueberries before storing because moisture allows mold to grow. Instead, wash the blueberries just prior to using.
Store blueberries in a container with a loose cover. Depending upon the initial freshness of the blueberries, they can be stored in the refrigerator for 2 days to 1 week.
Preparation Tips
Gently wash the blueberries in cold water just prior to using. Drain them in a colander or place on paper towels to dry.
Blueberries can be eat fresh or backed in muffins, pies, or cakes. Blueberry sauce is also delicious served over pancakes or ice cream.
For freezing and canning directions, call your local county extension agent and ask for the "let's preserve" fact sheet.
Purchasing Tips
Pennsylvania blueberries are avaiable during the month of July and partly in August.
Select berries that are plump and firm with a light silvery "bloom." This bloom is a natural protective wax on the berries
Select ripe blueberries since unripened berries do not become sweeter after they are picked. Ripe blueerries have a light blue to blue-black color. The deepness of the blue color depends on the variety. Red or green berries are not ripe and have a sour flavor.
