Information on growing kiwifruit and grapes on the Oregon Coast, including site selection.

Jan 21, The best time to prune is from January to early-March during the dormant period, advises Bernadine Strik, berry crops specialist with the Oregon State University Extension Service. Strik's research shows that annual, moderate pruning results in bushes with the fewest canes, but with the greatest yields and largest berries. Jan 18, The best time to prune is from January to early-March during the dormant period, advises Bernadine Strik, berry crops specialist with Oregon State University Extension Service.

Strik's research shows that annual, moderate pruning results in bushes with the fewest canes, but with the greatest yields and largest treeclearing.barted Reading Time: 3 mins. Blueberry roots are close to the surface. They need an adequate water supply from blossom until the fall rains arrive.

Drip irrigation or another form of under-canopy irrigation is ideal. Pruning Timing: Minimal pruning is needed the first 5 to 6 years. Older plants are pruned every winter, January to early treeclearing.bar Size: KB. Jan 22, The best time to prune is from January to early-March during the dormant period, advises Bernadine Strik, berry crops specialist with Oregon State University Extension Service. Strik's Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins. Feb 10, January through early March is the best time to prune your highbush blueberries, during their dormant treeclearing.barted Reading Time: 1 min.