It’s a berry good time of year to plant these varieties in the backyard.  Words: Nadene Hall and Jane Wrigglesworth 1. Strawberries and alpine strawberries Nutrient density score: 17.59 Why they’re nutritious: Strawberries are high in antioxidants, vitamin C, and folate. Germination: Only alpine strawberries are grown from seed. The seeds need cold stratification to … Continue reading The berry growing guide: How to grow strawberries, boysenberries, blackberries, raspberries and gooseberries in New Zealand