Rosaceae
Rubus idaeus
Harvest homegrown raspberries with a vigorous, easy-care fruiting plant that thrives in sunny spots. Ideal for patios and small gardens, it arrives potted and ready to grow—just water, feed, and support the canes for delicious seasonal rewards.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Red Raspberry
Botanical Name: Rubus idaeus
Former Name: Not available
Plant Type: Fruiting shrub (perennial)
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0313
Alternative Names:
فيلودندرون
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Rosales
Family: Rosaceae
Genus: Rubus
Species: R. idaeus
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to temperate regions of Europe and northern Asia. Cultivated widely across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. Naturalized in many other temperate areas where it escapes cultivation.
4. Visual Characteristics
Deciduous shrub with biennial canes bearing prickles. Leaves are pinnate with three to five serrated leaflets, dark green above and paler below. In late spring to early summer, small white flowers appear in clusters. Fruits are bright red aggregate drupes, held above the foliage.
5. Size & Dimensions
Height: 1.5–2.5 m (5–8 ft)
Spread: 0.5–1 m (2–3 ft)
Cane length: up to 2 m (6 ft)
Pot size (recommended): ≥30 cm depth, well-draining
6. Light Requirements
Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for maximum fruit production. Tolerates light afternoon shade in hot climates.
7. Watering Needs
Maintain evenly moist soil, especially during flowering and fruiting. Water approx. 2.5 cm (1 in) per week; increase in containers and hot weather. Avoid waterlogged conditions to prevent root rot.
8. Soil & Potting
Prefers well-draining, fertile loam rich in organic matter. Ideal pH 5.5–6.5. When potting, use a mix of peat, compost, and coarse sand or perlite to ensure good drainage.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Hardy zones USDA 3–9. Optimal growth at 15–25 °C (59–77 °F). Can tolerate winter chilling down to –20 °C (–4 °F) in dormancy. Prefers moderate humidity; ensure good air circulation to reduce disease risk.
10. Fertilization
Apply balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 NPK) in early spring as new growth begins. Side-dress with compost or well-rotted manure after fruiting. Avoid excessive nitrogen to prevent lush vegetative growth at expense of fruit.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Moderate. Annual pruning required: remove spent floricanes after harvest, thin new primocanes to maintain airflow. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
12. Growth & Propagation
Produces biennial canes: first-year primocanes, second-year floricanes that fruit. Propagate by tip layering in summer, division of root masses in early spring, or from hardwood root cuttings during dormancy.
13. Common Problems
Pests: aphids, spider mites, Japanese beetles, raspberry cane borer. Diseases: powdery mildew, cane blight, root rot, verticillium wilt. Birds may peck ripe fruit—netting recommended.
14. Benefits & Uses
Berries are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. Used fresh, in jams, jellies, desserts, and freezes well. Ornamentally valued for flowers and fruit display in home gardens.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Fruits and leaves are non-toxic and edible. Thorns may cause minor skin scratches—wear gloves when handling canes.
Rubus idaeus
Harvest homegrown raspberries with a vigorous, easy-care fruiting plant that thrives in sunny spots. Ideal for patios and small gardens, it arrives potted and ready to grow—just water, feed, and support the canes for delicious seasonal rewards.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Red Raspberry
Botanical Name: Rubus idaeus
Former Name: Not available
Plant Type: Fruiting shrub (perennial)
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0313
Alternative Names:
فيلودندرون
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Rosales
Family: Rosaceae
Genus: Rubus
Species: R. idaeus
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to temperate regions of Europe and northern Asia. Cultivated widely across North America, Europe, and parts of Asia. Naturalized in many other temperate areas where it escapes cultivation.
4. Visual Characteristics
Deciduous shrub with biennial canes bearing prickles. Leaves are pinnate with three to five serrated leaflets, dark green above and paler below. In late spring to early summer, small white flowers appear in clusters. Fruits are bright red aggregate drupes, held above the foliage.
5. Size & Dimensions
Height: 1.5–2.5 m (5–8 ft)
Spread: 0.5–1 m (2–3 ft)
Cane length: up to 2 m (6 ft)
Pot size (recommended): ≥30 cm depth, well-draining
6. Light Requirements
Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for maximum fruit production. Tolerates light afternoon shade in hot climates.
7. Watering Needs
Maintain evenly moist soil, especially during flowering and fruiting. Water approx. 2.5 cm (1 in) per week; increase in containers and hot weather. Avoid waterlogged conditions to prevent root rot.
8. Soil & Potting
Prefers well-draining, fertile loam rich in organic matter. Ideal pH 5.5–6.5. When potting, use a mix of peat, compost, and coarse sand or perlite to ensure good drainage.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Hardy zones USDA 3–9. Optimal growth at 15–25 °C (59–77 °F). Can tolerate winter chilling down to –20 °C (–4 °F) in dormancy. Prefers moderate humidity; ensure good air circulation to reduce disease risk.
10. Fertilization
Apply balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10 NPK) in early spring as new growth begins. Side-dress with compost or well-rotted manure after fruiting. Avoid excessive nitrogen to prevent lush vegetative growth at expense of fruit.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Moderate. Annual pruning required: remove spent floricanes after harvest, thin new primocanes to maintain airflow. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
12. Growth & Propagation
Produces biennial canes: first-year primocanes, second-year floricanes that fruit. Propagate by tip layering in summer, division of root masses in early spring, or from hardwood root cuttings during dormancy.
13. Common Problems
Pests: aphids, spider mites, Japanese beetles, raspberry cane borer. Diseases: powdery mildew, cane blight, root rot, verticillium wilt. Birds may peck ripe fruit—netting recommended.
14. Benefits & Uses
Berries are rich in vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants. Used fresh, in jams, jellies, desserts, and freezes well. Ornamentally valued for flowers and fruit display in home gardens.
15. Toxicity & Safety
Fruits and leaves are non-toxic and edible. Thorns may cause minor skin scratches—wear gloves when handling canes.