Edibles – Fruit – Raspberry Bush

Raspberry Bush 

Botanical name: rubus idaeus 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: up to 10 ft in height with a spread of up to 5 ft 

Hardy zone: zones 4-8 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 2-3 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: white 

Bloom time:  spring and summer blooms, fruit for harvest in the summer 

Pruning instructions: prune during dormancy in the winter to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall and winter months 

Landscape use: edible garden, pollinator garden, focal point, container plant 

Special features: disease resistant, deer resistant, pet-friendly 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use an organic fertilizer once a year in the early spring, feed with compost at the time of planting 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil: loam, sand 

Companion plants: yarrow, lavender, chamomile, nasturtiums 

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: potentially invasive