Raspberries are a great addition to your garden. Each plant typically produces one to two quarts of fruit. In addition, the leaves make a great tea and vinegar. Growing raspberries at home also ensures that your fruit is organic and free of pesticides.
Blackberries are delicious fruits that are relatively easy to grow, making them a perfect addition to any garden. They are a relatively low-maintenance crop that can thrive in a variety of soils, and many modern varieties are thornless, making them easy to manage and harvest. The climate in Zone 6 is great for blackberries.
Winter often marks a time of dormancy for many gardens, but in Zone 6, there’s no need to hang up your gardening gloves when the first frost arrives. With the strategic use of unheated greenhouses and hoop houses, you can extend your growing season and enjoy fresh produce well into the colder months.
Zinnias are beautiful show stoppers that come in a wide range of colors and shapes. They are hardy and beginner-friendly. Zinnias are annuals and will give you a burst of color through to hard frost.
Mulberries are a fun and worthwhile plant to grow. I first read about growing mulberries as a way to keep songbirds from eating my cherries. They are native to eastern and central parts of the USA and make a great foraging crop as well. Mulberry trees are prized for their sweet and slightly tangy fruits, which resemble blackberries.
