an idea on blueberries.. keep the bushes (dad might not be around that much longer).. have him every couple days invite someone over to help them selves to a couple quarts but with the stipulation, free berries for you but pick a quart for me (because I am unable/too lazy/like the little red hen story etc). He will have a nice supply & be able to share with others. Or people from church could have ONE picking day & have a nice supply for him.. if they make preserves or a pie, give some (piece pie, jar jam) to him.
I never had good luck freezing blueberries. they were always rubbery. I do like them fresh & in pies though - but fresh in pies. not frozen
OK, I am going to plant some more this year, sounds like fun. When should I plant, how should I prepare the area, put them on something to climb on? Maybe I have been doing it all wrong in the past.