Maximum Yield USA January 2017 | Page 132

BRING ON THE BERRIES Let the Sun Shine: Like many berries, blueberries prefer full sun. Aim to give them sunshine for about three-quarters of the day, with periods of partial shade limited to late in the day if possible. Monitor the Moisture: Like raspberries, watering when the soil gets dry is usually the best bet. You can use the Popsicle stick trick or simply stick your finger into the soil to see if the top few inches are dry. Water them when needed, but avoid overwatering. Each climate and container calls for different watering patterns. GROWING BLACKBERRIES IN CONTAINERS Most blackberries grow wildly and vigo