Summer Berries

Planning & Preperation

• Berries produce very little waste as you can eat the whole fruit.
• Scottish strawberries are in season from May to September, other berries are usually available during June and August.
• To make the most of the short season, take the opportunity to pick your own and fill your freezer. A day out at a pick-your-own farm is a great day out for the family and an opportunity to sample the various berries on offer.
• Berries are best eaten or frozen within a day or two of picking. Visit www.berryscotland.com to find out where you can buy fruit direct from the grower or pick your own.
• Strawberries can be easily grown in a window box or hanging basket. You can buy strawberry plants at your local garden centre.