What needs to be done in the garden in March? In addition to shortening rose shoots, removing weeds from flowerbeds, and the ground and radishes, you also need to take care of fruit bushes.
Don’t ignore the gooseberry, which has specific needs and needs support in early spring . Check below what to fertilize gooseberries in March to make them healthy, strong and reward you with abundant, delicious harvests in summer.
Early spring is a good time to fertilize gooseberries, because the bush comes to life after winter and a demanding period begins for it. It grows intensively, so it will gladly accept support in the form of appropriate nutrients. Give it to him and he will reward you later.
- fertilizing gooseberries with wood ash
it is one of the best natural fertilizers for gooseberries because it contains a lot of potassium, as well as phosphorus and calciumwhich support the growth and contribute to better fruiting of bushes. In March, just sprinkle 2 handfuls of wood ash around the bush and gently mix it with the soil.
- fertilizing gooseberries with nettle slurry
You can also use it to fertilize gooseberries because it contains large amounts nitrogen, iron, magnesium or siliconwhich strengthen the bushes and stimulate them to grow. Thanks to this conditioner, the gooseberry will be more willing to grow new shoots and leaves, and its resistance to pests and diseases will increase.
To prepare nettle slurry, chop the plants, put them in a bucket and pour water in a ratio of about 1 kg of nettle per 10 liters of water. After 2 weeks it will be ready for use after diluting with water in proportions 1:10.
- fertilizing gooseberries with egg shells
You can also opt for gooseberry fertilization which are one of the best natural sources of calcium. And, as we know, it strengthens plants and improves the soil structure, making it easier for shrubs to absorb nutrients from it. Dry the egg shells, crush them and scatter them around the gooseberries. Then lightly mix them with the soil.
Proper fertilization of gooseberries is just one element of caring for this plant. In early spring, you also need to remove the shoot from itwhich are old and sick, to improve breathability and reduce the risk of getting sick.
Don’t forget to loosen the soil around the bush so that the roots have better access to air and water the gooseberries regularly.. Especially if the days are dry. You must also remember that gooseberries grow best in a sunny (or slightly shaded) position that is warm and sheltered from the wind.
Sandy-clay soil is usually best for growing gooseberries. It prefers permeable, humus and fertile soil with a slightly acidic reaction and moderate humidity.
