Caroline Raspberry
Caroline Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Caroline')
Caroline Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Caroline') is a vigorous, everbearing red raspberry prized for its exceptional flavor, large berry size, and high yields. Developed at the University of Maryland, this primocane-fruiting variety produces two crops per year and is well-suited to both home gardens and small-scale berry production.
Distinctive Features
Caroline produces upright, thorny canes that grow 4 to 6 feet tall with moderate spread. It fruits on both primocanes (first-year canes in late summer) and floricanes (second-year canes in early summer), offering an extended season of harvest. The large, deep red berries are known for their rich, sweet flavor and firm texture, making them ideal for fresh eating, desserts, and preserves. Plants are known for their vigor and resistance to root rot.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile loam enriched with organic matter
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
- Water Needs: Moderate; requires consistent moisture during fruiting
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 8
Ideal Uses
- Focal point in backyard berry patches or edible landscapes
- Fresh eating, baking, or homemade preserves
- Extended harvests for family gardens or U-pick operations
- Raised beds or well-drained rows with full sun exposure
- Pollinator gardens with dual-season fruiting
Low Maintenance Care
- Cut back all canes in winter for fall-only production, or prune spent floricanes to retain both crops
- Mulch to suppress weeds and retain soil moisture
- Fertilize in spring with a balanced berry fertilizer
- Provide support or trellising for best air circulation
- Monitor for cane borers, Japanese beetles, and fungal issues
Why Choose Caroline Raspberry
- Produces large, sweet berries with rich flavor
- Everbearing habit delivers two harvests per year
- Highly vigorous with excellent disease resistance
- Perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or jam-making
- A high-performing focal point in productive edible gardens
Caroline Raspberry offers outstanding flavor, dual harvests, and dependable vigor�making it a valuable and productive focal point for gardeners who want abundant raspberries throughout the growing season.
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