The secret to growing sweet and dense raspberries: do just that in the spring - the berries will definitely not disappoint with their quality

25.04.2024 06:50

Raspberries that are sufficiently dense and have a bright, sweet taste are considered ideal.

But how can we ensure that raspberry bushes produce exactly these fruits?

It turns out that there is a great spring fertilizer that will minimize the risk of problems with fruiting.

What is this life-saving fertilizer?

This question was answered by an expert of the online publication "BelNovosti", agronomist and landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .

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How to feed raspberries in spring

At this time of year, the plant needs two microelements at once - potassium and phosphorus.

The first is necessary for carbohydrate metabolism and the development of plant resistance to high temperatures.

And thanks to the potassium component, sugar accumulates in the fruits of raspberry bushes.

Phosphorus has a positive effect on plant roots, ensures good growth of the crop and increases the chances of a bountiful harvest.

There is a fertilizer that is ideal for raspberries and is a source of both of the above elements.

We are talking about potassium monophosphate: 15 grams of this product should be added to a bucket of water.

You will get a solution that you need to water the soil under the bush with. Each plant should receive 5 liters of liquid.

Earlier, summer residents were told how to feed winter garlic in the spring.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief
 
Expert: Anastasia Kovrizhnykh Expert / Belnovosti