They’ll yield like never before: How to care for your raspberry bushes in april

Sweet raspberries right in your backyard are wonderful. All you have to do is stroll past the bushes and pick a few sweet berries straight from the plant. But what about a raspberry cake or raspberries in ice cream? You could certainly come up with plenty of different delicious treats that are well worth the effort. But for the harvest to be worth it, the raspberry bushes need to be cared for. In the spring, we should carry out several very important tasks right away. We’ve already taken care of them and are looking forward to a raspberry harvest that will literally skyrocket this year, just like it did last year.

Rejuvenating the plants is a must

We need to commit to rejuvenation about two years after planting. In the first year, raspberry bushes are usually left alone. We removed excess shoots and pruned the bushes. It wasn’t anything difficult that couldn’t be managed.

Tip: How to prune raspberry bushes in the spring? It’s very simple—don’t overcomplicate it.

Loosening the soil pays off

The soil where raspberry bushes grow tends to become compacted. This is due to constant watering and, of course, rain. That’s why it’s a good idea to loosen the soil regularly. We did this carefully and also removed the weeds, of which there were more than enough around the raspberry bushes. During the season, the soil needs to be loosened several times. Raspberry bushes love an airy environment and partial shade.

Mulching raspberries is usually beneficial

Undoubtedly. We used hay, but straw is also excellent. Both protect the bushes from weather fluctuations.Protection against weeds is also a given, as they won’t easily grow through the layer. Moisture is also retained around the raspberry bushes for a long time, which is only beneficial. We always replace the mulch after the season. This is because various pathogens often begin to multiply in old mulch.

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Proper watering determines the harvest

Moderate watering is ideal for raspberries. They need more moisture only during the fruiting period. After the fruiting period ends, you must stop watering completely.

Fertilizing raspberry bushes for a higher yield

Forget about commercial fertilizers. We opt for classic natural fertilizer made from chicken manure. We dissolve it in water at a ratio of 1:15. You can also use granulated chicken manure if you don’t have access to chickens.

Raspberry bushes deserve support

Long raspberry canes need to be tied to a support to prevent them from breaking. This isn’t always necessary; you can judge for yourself.

FAQ – Frequently asked questions about April care for raspberry bushes

When should you prune raspberry bushes?

Ideally now, before the season.

What is traditionally used to mulch raspberry bushes?

Hay or straw.

What is the ideal fertilizer for raspberry bushes?

Homemade, made from chicken manure.

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