Blackberry

Blackberries are a close relative of raspberries. The berries contain many useful components necessary for human health. Growing shrubs is not difficult if you take into account the rules and recommendations of experienced specialists. Choosing the right variety plays an important role.

For planting, choose a well-lit place, protected from draft winds. The soil should be fertile, loose, breathable. Gardeners need to properly prepare the planting hole so that the crop continues to develop.

The section describes how to care for blackberries. It is important to loosen, weed and fertilize the soil around the bush. Recommendations are given on the correct conduct of seasonal pruning, preventive and therapeutic treatment against pests and diseases.

The articles describe methods of propagating the crop: by apical and horizontal layering, dividing the bush, root suckers and cuttings.