Crimson Giant Raspberry
A newer introduction from Cornell University, Crimson Giant is unique for its very large, bright red berries as well as being particularly late ripening. A great variety for extending the harvest season, especially in climates where the fall is mild enough to accomadate it and berries can be harvested until frost.
Primocane:
Primocane fruiting raspberries, commonly called Everbearing raspberries, produce flowers and fruit on first year canes. Primocane varieties will produce a moderate crop in June and a much larger crop from late August until frost. Primocane varieties can be mowed to the ground after harvest and require less trellising than June bearing varieties.
Floricane:
Floricane fruiting raspberries, or June-bearing, produce flowers and fruit on second year canes. Their fruit ripens in June or July, depending on the location and conditions. These varieties will require a permanent trellis or support to grow on.
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Latin Name: Rubus idaeus
Site and Soil: Raspberries like 1/2 day to full sun and well-drained soil.
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile.
Hardiness: Hardy to minus 20° F or below.
Bearing Age: 1-2 years after planting.
Taste: Sweet
Fruit Color: Red
Fruit Size: Medium
Size at Maturity: 6 ft. by 5 ft.
Bloom Time: Late Spring
Ripening Time: July & September
Type: Everbearing
Pests & Diseases: Raspberries are generally free of insect and disease problems.
USDA Zone: 4-8