How to prune raspberries in August: you'll get a bigger harvest

Raspberries are one of the most favorite berries among gardeners and consumers. It is not only delicious, but also very useful.

However, to get an abundant and high-quality harvest of raspberries every year, you need to properly care for the bushes. About how they should be pruned and fed in August, told the publication"On Pension".

August is an important time for pruning raspberries, because it is in this period after harvesting bushes need special attention. High-quality and timely pruning helps to remove the stems that have already fulfilled their function, and which will no longer bear fruit.

It also promotes the formation of new, strong shoots that will bear fruit next year and allows you to provide better air circulation inside the bushes, which prevents the development of diseases and pests.

The main stages of pruning raspberries in August

First of all, it is necessary to cut all the stems that have already fruited. They can be easily recognized by the darker color of the bark and dry appearance.

Then you need to cut off weak or damaged stems and pay attention to new shoots. They should be left on the plant, but it is important to make sure that they are not too dense. It is important to leave a distance of about 10-15 cm between the stems. This will ensure sufficient air circulation and prevent the bush from becoming too dense.

Lastly, remove any remaining plant debris. They can be burned, and the resulting wood ash can be used for fertilizing.

How to fertilize raspberry bushes after pruning in August

After pruning, raspberries need fertilization, which will help plants to strengthen before winter. In August, it is important to use agrochemical fertilizers with a high content of potassium and phosphorus, which contribute to the woodiness of the stems and strengthen the root system.

At the same time, fertilizers with a high nitrogen content should be avoided, as they stimulate the growth of green mass, which is undesirable before the winter period.

How to prepare fertilizer from wood ashes.

For those who prefer organic methods, an excellent option for fertilizing can be a solution from wood ash. For its preparation, take 1 cup of wood ash and dissolve it in 20 liters of water. Allow the mixture to infuse for 24 hours, and then water it bushes evenly on the root zone.

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