Raspberries - Key Growing Information
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Rubus spp.CULTURE:
Raspberries do best in full sun with good air movement and fertile, very well-drained soil; raised beds help on poorly drained sites. Aim for a soil pH of 5.5–6.5.PLANTING:
Good spacing is key to strong yields. Make beds 2' wide with paths at least 8' wide between them, and set plants 18–24" apart in the row. For bare-root plants, spread the roots out sideways from the stem and cover them with ½–1" of soil. For plugs, plant deep enough that the plug soil sits under ½–1" of garden soil. Water well after planting and keep the soil moist until plants are established, or for 4–6 weeks.Steady soil moisture matters in the first year, and drip irrigation is the best way to provide it. Mulch to hold moisture evenly and keep weeds down. For pruning, trellising and disease details, see the raspberry guides from your university extension service.
