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The Backyard Berry Book

A Hands-on Guide to Gardening Berries, Brambles, & Vine Fruit in the Home Garden

by Stella Otto

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"Sweetest Strawberries," Organic Gardening, April/May 2004

Fresh-picked strawberries are sweet, juicy, and tender—color is about all they have in common with the tasteless, waxy blobs typically found in grocery stores. That's because commercial berries are picked before they're fully ripe so they'll endure shipping across the country. Grow your own, and you have the luxury of harvesting berries when they reach peak ripeness and the pleasure of popping them into your mouth as soon as you please. And when you choose varieties adapted to your region, strawberries are easy to care for, making them a great fruit for organic gardeners—even beginners.

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