Growing berries in your backyard is a total game-changer for kids and adults alike. Honestly, there’s nothing that says “summer” quite like picking fresh fruit right in your own garden. But if you want a healthy harvest, you need to know that some of these plants need a little extra support to really thrive.
Which berries actually need a trellis?
While some berry bushes grow in neat, compact shapes or even look like tiny trees, others are a bit more “wild.” These varieties tend to send out long, trailing runners that will just crawl along the ground if you let them. The main culprits are:
- Climbing strawberries,
- Raspberries, and
- Blackberries.
For these guys, you’ll want to guide those long canes along a trellis, some wire, or sturdy garden stakes. Getting them up off the ground ensures they soak up plenty of sunlight and keeps the heavy branches from snapping. Plus, it improves airflow around the leaves, which is your best defense against pesky garden diseases like powdery mildew.
