Strawberries require a site that is open to direct sunlight most of the day. The same cover may be used for bird control during harvest. PDF Format for downloading this article. In The Home Garden Blueberries can be grown in home gardens anywhere in North Carolina, if the right species and proper soil modifications are used. Blueberries are typically used in the landscape as hedges for screening purposes, but they can also be used in cluster plantings, or as single specimen plants.
Blueberries are an ideal year round addition to the landscape.
They have delicate white or pink flowers in the spring, the summer fruit has an attractive sky blue color, and the fall foliage adds great red and yellow colors to the landscape. PDF Format for downloading this article. Growing Apple Trees in the Home Garden Growing apple trees in the home garden can be fun and rewarding. Several factors are important to consider before planting for successful apple production. Apple variety and rootstock, site selection, proper planting, training and pruning, adequate fertility, and pest control all contribute to healthy and productive trees.