Shrubs

The section is dedicated to shrubs such as currants, honeysuckle, raspberries, grapes, gooseberries, blackberries, and viburnum.

A decoction of raspberry leaves is a healthy tea.
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In ancient times, raspberries were considered a symbol of kindness. According to legend, tea made from its leaves helped during childbirth. A branch located at the entrance of the house warded off evil spirits, and a reed attached to the horse's neck...

How to care for remontant raspberries in the fall
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Purchasing and planting modern, highly productive varieties of remontant raspberries does not mean that the crop will produce abundant harvests every year. Caring for it has its own characteristics, which differ from caring for ordinary raspberries. ...

How to properly replant viburnum in the fall
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Viburnum is a bright representative of the Adoxaceae family. The shrub is valued for its decorative appearance and bitter fruits with medicinal properties. Experienced gardeners recommend replanting viburnum in the fall. Why at this particular time, let's look at...

Harvesting grape cuttings in the fall and storing until spring
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Autumn harvesting of grape cuttings is a way to propagate a crop without losing varietal characteristics. All stages of the method are easy to implement. In order to get strong plants next season, it is important to choose the right shoots, preserve them...

Are there any real benefits from raspberry jam?
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Raspberry Jam Day is an unusual holiday that is celebrated annually on August 16th. It is closely connected with the Slavic tradition of honoring this berry. It has long been valued for its taste, aroma...

Calorie content of sultana grapes and its beneficial properties for health
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Among the many varieties of grapes, sultanas are one of the most popular.This is due not only to the absence of seeds, but also to the richness of the flavor palette. Sweet berries are distinguished by a special composition, thanks to which this variety...

What are freeze-dried raspberries and why are they needed?
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Raspberries are the perfect addition to morning tea or afternoon tea. Jam is made from the berries and added to muffins and cookies. However, in winter it is very difficult to find fresh, healthy and affordable fruits. Stores offer...

How long and how to dry raspberries in an electric dryer correctly
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Dried raspberries are not processed at high temperatures, so they retain color, shape and most of the beneficial substances. There are many ways to use such berries: they are added to baked goods, teas and compotes, alcoholic drinks...

How and when to pick blackcurrants correctly
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In Russian dachas, black currant is the most popular berry. The shrub is unpretentious and grows almost everywhere. A great variety of varieties have been bred: sour and sweet with a slight sourness, small and more than a centimeter in diameter, early...

Life hacks from experienced gardeners: how to pick gooseberries without getting pricked
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Gooseberries are an unpretentious shrub that produces healthy and sweet berries that look like tiny watermelons. However, when harvesting, a serious problem arises for the gardener: the branches of the bush have sharp thorns, so you can’t get hurt...

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