Late summer and early fall are critical times for ensuring next year’s berry success. Here’s how we prep our blackberry beds at J & M’s:

Late summer and early fall are critical times for ensuring next year’s berry success. Here’s how we prep our blackberry beds at J & M’s:

• Remove old mulch and debris to prevent overwintering pests
• Add compost and aged manure to enrich the soil
• Prune back any overgrowth and tidy canes
• Check and reinforce trellis lines

Healthy soil now means even sweeter berries next year.