Super Sweet Berry Plants You Can Grow in Pots
Updated: May 09, 2022
It's possible to grow berry plants in small containers or pots. Learn what dwarf berry varieties you should buy.
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Berries just got better thanks to new dwarf varieties suited for smaller spaces. Tinier berry plants means these delightful gems can grow inside your favorite patio pot. The next time you crave a handful of fresh berries for your bowl of cereal or a smoothie, all you’ll have to do is step outside. Learn how to make strawberry lemonade freezer jam.
5 Tips for Growing Berry Plants
- For most berries, choose 5-gallon pots that are 24 inches wide and offer plenty of drainage.
- Berries need 6 to 8 hours of full sun.
- Harvest your yummy blueberries and strawberries when they break off the stems, and raspberries when they slip off the receptacle.
- After harvesting, remove any fruited stems by cutting them at the base.
- Pruning varies between plants, so research first!
Blueberry Plants to Grow
Use a potting mix with acidic soil and fertilize in early and late spring to promote growth and fruit production. Peach Sorbet is a self-pollinating plant with a rainbow of leaves ranging from peachy pink to emerald green. Another tantalizing blueberry option is Jelly Bean. It produces a crop of super-sweet blueberries in midsummer.
Blackberry Plants to Grow
Choose a thornless variety and plant it in a wide, shallow container. The long canes need to be tied, so insert a few strong stakes or place the pot next to a trellis to keep the plant growing straight and upright. If you’re not sure where to start, try Baby Cakes. It’s 3 to 4 feet tall and thornless, with bright, white flowers in spring and large, zingy blackberries in summer. In some regions, it offers another crop of sweetness in midautumn.
Raspberry Plants to Grow
Look for fall-bearing dwarf raspberry varieties. Apply a generous amount of compost and balanced fertilizer in early and late spring. For a thorn-free raspberry plant with a compact growth habit, look no further than Raspberry Shortcake. It grows best in full sun and in soil with good drainage.Â
Strawberry Plants to Grow
Everbearing strawberry varieties work best for containers. Pick a pot or hanging basket at least 18 inches wide and 8 inches deep. Give Quinault a go when you’re ready to plant. It’s everbearing and produces heavy fruits. Try other varieties like Tribute or Seascape. Delizz, a 2016 All-America Selections winner, is a good choice, too, because it grows fast from seed to harvest.
If you want to get growing berry plants right away, check out bushelandberry.com. It’s a one-stop berry shop for all your berry plant needs, including most of the varieties mentioned here.
Next, check out the top 10 dwarf fruit trees for small spaces.
