Raspberry Plants
There is something about the rich complexity of a raspberry that is unmatched. Perfect for tossing in a bowl or cereal, topping a summer tart, or cooking into jams or preserves, raspberries are an easy, no-fuss addition to any home garden. We are proud to offer 'Heritage' raspberries, widely considered among the best raspberries currently in cultivation. During the summer, fresh raspberries can be purchased directly from the farm at our Napa location or at several farmer's markets throughout the North Bay. We have also made 'Heritage' raspberry plants available to home growers as well. Plants can be purchased directly from the farm or we can ship them to your location.
$2.50 each
Bulk pricing also available
Bulk pricing also available
'Heritage'
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One of the most popular raspberry varieties available today. An everbearing variety, ‘Heritage’
produces masses of large berries continuously from early June through
the first Fall frost. It is truly an “easy-keeper,” producing well in a
wide range of soils types and exhibiting better resistance to drought,
pests, and disease than most other raspberry varieties. The berries
have the classic raspberry flavor, a blend of sweet and tart, making
them perfect for fresh use, cooking, and freezing. A superstar in the
garden and in the kitchen !
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'Willamette'
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An old time favorite which originated from Oregon in the 1940s, this classic standby has withstood the test of time to remain one of the most popular varieties available today. While a great all-purpose berry, Willamette shines when cooked into preserves as it delivers the richness and deep ruby color to jams and jellies that other varieties simply can't offer. Another great addition to the berry collection. |
'Fall Gold'
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Raspberries are supposed to be RED, right ? The oddball of our berry collection, Fall Gold
has the flavor to win over even the most harsh skeptic. These plants
are incredibly vigorous, producing heavy yields of large, golden-yellow
raspberries over a long season. Just as unique as the color is the
flavor - the classic tart bite of a raspberry, only much sweeter ! A truely unique addition to the culinary garden !
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Raspberry Care and Culture
While there are many cantankerous plants in the garden that require constant supervision and maintenance, raspberries are definitely not one of them. With a little bit of forethought and minimal care along the way, raspberry plants should produce abundantly for a up to a decade.
Selecting a Site
- Raspberries require two key components for success: a location which offers both full sun and well-drained soil.
- Raspberries are easiest to manage when grown in rows, preferably in a north-south orientation for the best fruit. Rows that are 18" wide with an 18" aisle between the rows is ideal for the home gardener.
- Raspberries will be much easier to manage and produce the best quality fruit if they are grown with the support of a trellis system (36" to 48" tall).
Transplanting Raspberries
For the best results, only transplant raspberries while they are dormant during the winter and early spring. To avoid stressing the plants, try transplanting them during the early evening hours or on an overcast day.
1. To transplant, dig a hole 1 foot wide by 1 foot deep and place a hand full of compost or manure in the bottom. 2. Place the raspberry plant in the hole and backfill with soil such that the soil level of the plant is even with the level with the ground. 3. Plant additional plants to stand 2 feet apart. 4. Water each plant thoroughly. Tips for Raspberries
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Pruning Raspberries
Unlike blackberries and boysenberries which only bear fruit on last year's growth, everbearing raspberries will produce fruit on both this year's and last year's canes. Therefore, you have a choice to make in how you manage your raspberry plants.
Everbearing raspberries typically produce two crops of raspberries during the year: one in the late spring/early summer set on last year's growth(called floricanes) and one in the late summer/early fall set on this year's growth(called primocanes). Depending on your growing conditions, both crops may even overlap producing a continuous crop of raspberries from May through September. Typically though, the early season crop is larger and of higher quality than the late season crop. For a Spring and Fall crop ...
For a single, large crop in the Fall ...
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