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Why won’t my raspberries grow taller? They stay about 8 inches tall.

They are good berries, highly recommended but don’t grow over 8 inches tall.  The name of them is Heritage.


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#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 08/03/2020 @ 5:17 pm

It's important not to crowd the bushes with other vegetation, and it's a good idea to mulch the plants. Have the plants been fertilized? Also, check the soil. Is it compacted? They prefer sandy loam soil with lots of compost and a pH of 5.8 to 6.5. There must be an element of care that is missing. Here is more:

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