The DiMeo family has been growing blueberries in South Jersey for 105 years. Anthony DiMeo III’s great-grandfather came over from Italy in 1910 in search of good farm land. What he found was that the sandy soil on the border of Hammonton and Mullica Township was perfect for blueberry plants.
“The soil has low pH levels,
around 4.5 to 5.2,” DiMeo said. “It also has good organic matter and a
good acidity level, which are things that make perfect conditions for
growing blueberries.”
As blueberry season kicks off
this summer, South Jersey farms offer pick-your-own options for people
who want to get their blueberries, raspberries, blackberries and
cherries straight from the source.
Entire article, recipes, farm map and tip video at
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/life/south-jersey-farms-ready-for-pick-your-own-seasons/article_e10e8624-1ce4-11e5-bf20-8784b4e62c19.html
Entire article, recipes, farm map and tip video at
http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com/life/south-jersey-farms-ready-for-pick-your-own-seasons/article_e10e8624-1ce4-11e5-bf20-8784b4e62c19.html
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