Rubus idaeus subsp. strigosus

American Red Raspberry

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Deciduous shrub native to North America. Thorny stems bear white flowers yielding edible red aggregate fruits in summer. Requires a cold period for dormancy and full sun for optimal yield.
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Plant Details

Common Name American Red Raspberry
Family Rosaceae
Genus Rubus
Species Idaeus
Variety strigosus
Origin North America
Blooming White to pink flowers in late spring, fruiting in summer
Leaf Color Green (turns yellow/red in autumn)
Sunlight Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Loamy, well-drained soil rich in organic matter, slightly acidic pH 5.5-6.5

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Watering

Consistent moisture required during growing season and fruit development; reduce watering after harvest to harden off canes

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best fruit production, tolerates partial shade but yields decrease significantly

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring before growth resumes, mulch annually with compost for nutrient retention

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Pruning

Prune floricanes (fruiting canes) immediately after harvest; prune primocanes in late autumn or early spring to maintain spacing

Pest Control Aphid Raspberry Crown Borer 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

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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 6 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-4° – 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 – 100000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
100 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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