Raspberries are one of the most frequently chosen plants for gardens and plots. They are a source of vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin C and E, potassium, magnesium and iron. They do not have excessive requirements, so even beginner gardeners can handle their cultivation. However, there is a certain rule: regular fertilization is essential. This will make them grow big, dark pink and sweet.
What soil for raspberries? They need three ingredients
Raspberries do best in fertile, humus-rich, slightly acidic, moderately permeable soil. They grow well in sunny, quiet and wind-protected places. It is best to buy seedlings grown in containers, because then you can be sure that the root system is properly developed. should be watered frequently, at least once every three days. Remember that the substrate should be moist all the time. However, the key to success is the right fertilizer.
Fruits need nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium. You can buy ready-made multi-component fertilizer in the store or make it yourself. Manure is also a great choice, which is a natural fertilizer consisting of fermented animal feces, urine and litter. The substrate should be fertilized before planting the raspberries. Mix manure with the soil and it will fertilize it perfectly.
How to fertilize raspberries? How to fertilize raspberries? Photo kostik2photo / iStock
How to fertilize raspberries? Use the peels from one fruit
The first fertilization after planting is best done in spring and repeated every 4 weeks. You can use compost, nettle manure or biohumus. However, you must be careful not to over-fertilize the raspberries. This will delay the ripening of the fruits, they will be watery and poorly colored. Additionally, they will become susceptible to diseases and pests. Only the recommended dose of potassium improves the taste, aroma and color of fruit. Banana peels are a great homemade fertilizer for raspberries. They contain potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and calcium. They improve rooting and flowering. Just wash the cuticles thoroughly in water with baking soda (2 teaspoons of baking soda per liter of water). This way you will get rid of microorganisms. Then expose the cuticles to the sun and dry them. Then grind them in a grinder and scatter them on the top layer of soil under the raspberries.
Source: Gazeta
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