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Say no to the raspberries in the store. Adopt these 10 practices for a successful raspberry.

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Raspberries, these deliciously sweet and acidic berries, are often a popular staple in many home gardens. Although shop-bought raspberries can be convenient, they often lack the flavor and freshness that you can only get from your own garden bush. Not to mention that they can be quite expensive and have a large carbon footprint due to transport.
Growing your own raspberry trees can produce an abundance of fruit with richer flavor and nutrients, and picking berries from a plant you have grown is extremely rewarding. If you are willing to abandon in-store packaging and invest in your own fruit-bearing raspberry, here are 10 best practices that will ensure you a plentiful harvest.
1. Choose the right variety Choose
a variety of raspberries that are well suited to your climate zone. There are many types of raspberries, including summer fruit, persistent and neutral fruit varieties during the day. Do your research or visit your local garden shop to find the best option for your garden.
2. Plant in a sunny place with good air circulation
Raspberries need a lot of sunshine – at least six to eight hours a day – so plant the shrubs in an area that is not shaded. Good air circulation helps prevent fungal diseases, so avoid planting too many people.
3. 3. Prepare the soil correctly
Frambois trees thrive in well-drained and fertile soil with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5. Before planting, apply compost or well-decomposed manure to increase fertility and soil drainage.
4. Water judiciously

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