Rubus idaeus

Red Raspberry

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Deciduous shrub producing edible red berries; native to Europe and Asia; requires full sun and pruning for optimal yield.
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Plant Details

Common Name Red Raspberry
Family Rosaceae
Genus Rubus
Species Idaeus
Origin Europe, Northern Asia
Blooming White to pale pink flowers in late spring
Leaf Color Green, yellowing in autumn
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-drained loamy soil with high organic content and slightly acidic pH (5.5-6.5)

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season; reduce watering after harvest to induce dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for maximum fruit production; tolerate partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and compost mulch annually around the base

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Pruning

Remove old fruited canes immediately after harvest; thin new canes for airflow

Pest Control Aphid Raspberry Beetle Spider Mite Spittlebug

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 4000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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