Author: John

How to Care for a Blackberry Bush

To ensure you get the sweetest and tangiest blackberries possible, you want to keep in mind a few things, Blackberries like a sunny spot with well-drained, fertile soil. Plant in fall or winter, spacing them 3 to 4 feet apart. Mulch with pine straw or shredded pine bark to conserve moisture and discourage weeds. Prune old canes right after fruiting to encourage new canes and discourage diseases. Buy plants at a local nursery, or order from your favorite online retailer. Light Cultivated blackberries require full sun for good flowering and fruiting. Many types of blackberries tolerate partial sun as well,…