Planting these fruits now will make your summer so much sweeter.
Here are 6 fast-growing fruits you should plant in your garden right now.
Strawberries
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One of the best fast-growing fruits to plant isstrawberries.
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you could plant a strawberry patch in your yard, or grow them in containers and hanging baskets.
Strawberry plants also produce whimsical, tiny white flowers that feature a yellow center before fruiting.
They should be planted about 12 to 18 inches apart in well-draining soil.
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You should keep the soil moist but avoid overwatering.
Strawberries reach between 6 and 12 inches in height once they mature.
How fast the plants will produce fruit depends on the bang out you grow.
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Raspberry bushes prefer rich, well-draining soil that is slightly acidic and requires regular watering.
Primocane blackberries are a fast-growing variety that can produce fruit in the first year of planting.
Blackberries flourish in well-draining soil and need regular watering especially during the growing period.
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They can also be grown in large pots as long as they are in a sunny location.
Trailing types of blackberries can be grown up trellises to add a whimsical touch to your garden.
Watermelons thrive in full sun and require regular watering.
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Sears recommends providing about 1 to 2 inches of water per week.
This melon variety produces smooth, pale green fruits with a sweet and refreshing taste," Sears says.
These plants prefer well-draining sandy loam soil.
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Sears says cantaloupe grows best in full sun and needs regular wateringabout 1 to 2 inches per week.
Similar to honeydew, cantaloupe thrives in well-drained, sandy loamy soil.
Fruit-Bearing Time:80 to 90 days
USDA Zones:5-11
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