4. Water judiciously
Regular watering is crucial, especially during periods of drought and when the berries form. However, be careful not to water too much, as raspberries do not like “wet feet” and may suffer from root rot.
5. Paid to retain moisture Le
mulching helps to retain moisture in the soil, removes weeds and keeps the root system cool. Use organic mulch, such as wood chips or straw, around raspberries.
6. Providing support
Raspberries tend to grow. Support the shoots with a lattice or fence to keep them straight and facilitate harvesting. In addition, the supported plants have better air circulation, which can reduce the occurrence of diseases.
7. Size
Regularly prun the raspberries to remove dead shoots and promote new growth. The shoots that have borne fruit will no longer bear fruit and must be cut at the ground level to encourage productive shoots to flourish.
8. Controlling pests and diseases Monitor
rifling trees for detecting signs of pests and diseases. Implement biological control methods as far as possible, such as the introduction of useful insects, the application of neem oil or the removal of infected leaves. 9. Close well
Provide your raspberries with a balanced fertilizer in early spring. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers later in the season, as they can lead to strong growth at the expense of berry production.
10. Harvesting
A frequent harvest favours greater fruit production. Carefully collect the ripe berries to avoid damaging them and eat them fresh, or keep them by freezing or making jams.
By following these practices, you can improve the health and performance of your raspberry trees. This will lead not only to a satisfying gardening experience, but also to tasty and home-made raspberries that you will not find in any store. Good planting and good harvest.