Resources to help home gardeners be more successful growing small fruits:

North Carolina State University has some great information for small fruit growers.  Start by checking out these three portals:

NC State Blackberry & Raspberry Information

NC State Strawberry Growers Information

Southern Region Small Fruit Consortium

 

Here are a few guides and handouts we’ve found helpful:

Growing Blackberries In North Carolina 

NCSU – Blackberry Pruning Chart – Note that although this chart shows plants with 8 canes, it’s OK if yourplant has less, and you will thin them in the late winter.

Growing Raspberries In North Carolina

Southeast Regional Caneberry Production Guide

Growing Strawberries for the Home Garden