Fruit & Berries
Fruit and berries for UK gardens — from strawberries and raspberries to apples and pears, with planting, pruning and harvesting guidance.
How to Grow Blueberries in Pots
22 July 2026Growing your own blueberries in pots is a rewarding way to enjoy fresh, sweet berries right on your patio or balcony, even in a small UK garden. With the right acidic soil and care, these vibrant…
A-Z PlantsRhubarb (Rheum rhabarbarum)
21 June 2026Grow reliable rhubarb in UK gardens. Learn to plant crowns, prepare fertile soil and harvest tart stalks for classic desserts.
A-Z PlantsRed Currant (Ribes rubrum)
21 June 2026Grow hardy red currants for heavy July crops. Learn planting, pruning and care tips for this native shrub that yields 4–5kg of berries perfect for jams.
Growing GuideHow to Grow Raspberries: Planting, Pruning and Picking
18 June 2026Raspberries grow reliably across the UK: plant bare-root canes from November to March, then prune according to whether they fruit in summer or autumn. Give them fertile, moisture-retentive soil and…
Growing GuideHow to Grow Strawberries in the UK: A Complete Guide
18 June 2026Yes — strawberries grow brilliantly across most of the UK, and a bed planted in August or September will give you your first proper crop the following June. Plant in fertile, slightly acidic soil in…
A-Z PlantsPear (Pyrus communis)
15 June 2026Grow Pyrus communis in UK gardens. Learn about pollination needs, suitable rootstocks and ideal soil conditions for a bountiful harvest of juicy fruit.
A-Z PlantsBlackberry (Rubus fruticosus)
14 June 2026Grow blackberries in the UK with this practical guide. Learn planting, pruning and feeding tips for reliable crops from July to October.
A-Z PlantsRaspberry (Rubus idaeus)
11 June 2026Grow delicious red raspberries (Rubus idaeus) in your UK garden with our easy care guide for this popular perennial fruit crop.
A-Z PlantsHighbush Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum)
11 June 2026Grow healthy highbush blueberries (Vaccinium corymbosum) in UK gardens with moist acidic soil, enjoying ornamental foliage and delicious fruit.
A-Z PlantsStrawberry (Fragaria × ananassa)
11 June 2026Grow delicious strawberries in your UK garden using RHS Award of Garden Merit cultivars for reliable, sweet fruit harvests.
A-Z PlantsApple (Malus domestica)
11 June 2026Discover how to grow apple trees (Malus domestica) with our UK gardening guide covering care, varieties and cultivation tips.