Grow Rubus idaeus 'Bushel And Berry® Raspberry Shortcake®' when you want fresh-picked raspberries without needing a big, sprawling row. You can tuck this compact plant into a sunny border or keep it on your patio in a large container, where its rounded habit stays neat and easy to manage.

Give your plant full sun for the best fruiting, but it will also perform in part shade (especially where summers are hot). Choose well-drained soil rich in organic matter, and water deeply to keep the root zone evenly moist. In containers, check moisture often; pots dry faster than garden beds, especially during bloom and fruit set.

Expect berries in summer. Pick fruit when it is fully colored and releases easily. Regular harvesting encourages continued production and keeps fruit from becoming overripe. Mulch the soil surface to reduce splashing and help maintain steady moisture around the canes.

Pruning is straightforward once you know what type you have: remove any dead or damaged canes, and thin crowded growth to improve air flow and light penetration. After fruiting, cut out spent canes as appropriate for your plant's bearing habit, and tie or support canes if they lean under a heavy crop. In cold-winter areas, provide extra container insulation or move pots to a protected spot.

Specifications

• Cold hardiness zone: 4-9 (-30 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Growth rate: Fast
• Mature height: 24-36"
• Spread: 24-36"
• Edible: Yes

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