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Raspberry

Flavorful berries are produced in summer and again later in fall. Delicious fruit is a treat for eating fresh, or for freezing or making into jams, jellies, preserves or pies. Sturdy canes do not need staking. Cut back old canes to 3" from ground in winter.

Companion Plants

Blackberry

Blueberry

Grape

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Raspberry

  • Botanical name

    Rubus idaeus

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    6-8' (2-2.5 m)

  • Habit

    Upright

  • Feed

    In spring

  • Water

    1-2 times per week

  • Bloom Time

    Spring

  • Maintenance

    Apply mulch