🫐 How to Grow Berries in Grow a Garden
Complete Guide: From Planting to High-Value Harvests
🎯 Why Grow Berries?
- High Profit: Used in smoothies, pies, and premium recipes
- Fast Cycle: Shorter time to first harvest
- Scalable: Great for modular farms
🥘 Requirements
🪴 Seedlings
Strawberry, Blueberry, Raspberry
💧 Water
Frequent light watering
🌞 Sun
Full sun for best sweetness
✂️ Pruning
Remove old canes after harvest
🛠️ Tools
Shears, watering can
📝 Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Prepare Beds
- Raised beds with rich compost
- Mulch to retain moisture
Step 2: Plant & Space
- 12–16 inch spacing
- Water immediately
Step 3: Water & Prune
- Light daily watering
- Remove old flowering canes
Step 4: Harvest & Sell
- Pick fully colored berries
- Sell in bundles for premium price
💡 Pro Tips
Golden Hours: Morning watering increases sweetness and yield.
Crop Rotation: Rotate beds yearly to avoid diseases.
Recipe Synergy: Reserve best berries for smoothies and pies.