Vancouver Island Berry Bliss
Growing your own food can be a great reward. It can make you feel good; eating untreated, fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that you yourself have created. Home grown food has become very popular. If you are familiar with organic produce prices from your local Vancouver Island market, than you are aware of how high they can get. You shouldn’t have to empty your wallet to enjoy pesticide –free food choices. Growing your own garden can be fun, and adding in some sweet indulgences can be a real treat, especially in the heat of the summer.
Planting berry bushes are definitely in style in the world of gardening. Why wouldn’t they be? They contain plenty of antioxidants and make eating healthy easy. They can be planted in the ground or in containers. Their versatility allows you to enjoy them whether you live on an acreage with a garden, or in a condo with a balcony. Raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, and blueberries are most common, and can be found at most nurseries. Read their instructions carefully so that you won’t be disappointed down the road if berry production fails. Each plant prefers a specific soil environment, different watering amounts, and hours of sunlight.
Reap in the benefits of growing your own luscious berries for you and your family. Landscaping your yard or outdoor space doesn’t have to end with planting perennials.