How Do You Plant Raspberry And Blackberry Bushes?
Bush fruits such as raspberries and blackberries are popular for their hardiness and low maintenance. Both produce a lot of fruit, and that fruit can be used in many different ways. Both kinds of berries are wonderful fresh from the bush, good for baking and excellent for preserving as jams or jellies. If you live in an area suited for growing raspberry or blackberry bushes–generally, USDA Hardiness Zone 2 or higher–a well-planted and cared for group of bushes can produce berries for up to a decade. Select a proper planting area. Raspberry and blackberry bushes need at least eight hours of sunlight and grow best in slightly acid, well-drained soil. Also, your berry bushes should be planted at least 300 feet away from any wild berry plants. Decide when you should plant your bushes. Spring planting is generally best for raspberries and blackberries, unless you live in the far southern U.S. Fall planting works well in those areas. Visit a local nursery to find bush varieties that are su
