Blueberry bushes can be a rewarding addition to any garden, but getting them to thrive takes the right balance of soil, sunlight and care. From choosing the best variety to understanding soil acidity, successful growth starts well before the first berries appear. On this Hort Day episode, guest host Meghan McKinney talks with Randall Vos, Iowa State University Extension horticulture specialist, about the best tactics for growing healthy, productive blueberry bushes. Then, Vos and Aaron Steil answer listener questions about spring planting and how to set your garden up for success.
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Our relationship with fruit trees is a little different than our relationship with other trees. Iowa State University’s Suzanne Slack shares advice about when and how to prune fruit trees, vines and bushes. -
Fresh, ripe berries right out of the garden are a distant dream at the moment, but there are steps you can take now that will give those berries their best chance to thrive. -
It's time to get your berries ready for the cold. Your future self, and your strawberries, will thank you.
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The best ways to protect your vegetable garden from disease
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On this Hort Day episode, we learn how patience and perfect timing are the keys to a delicious fruit harvest.
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The visible fruits of your labor are hard to resist, but patience pays off.
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Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds’ summer food program for children that is meant to replace Summer EBT got off to a rocky start this month, according to food bank and pantry officials tasked with distributing food for Healthy Kids Iowa. -
Kiwi berries are a delicious, non-fuzzy fruit that can survive in Iowa's climate.
