Black Raspberry
Black Raspberry
Black Raspberry
Rubus Occidentalis is a tolerant, fast-growing, spreading deciduous species that will produce an excellent harvest of juicy and nutritious berries. It will thrive in USDA plant hardiness Zones 5 through 8. A full sunshine spot in the yard is needed to become productive.
The black raspberry is one of the Wholesale Nursery staff's favorite berry plants. Whether our customers want to grow healthy foods to become more self-sufficient or they grow them to feed birds and wildlife, this shrub is good-natured and versatile. It can suit many customer needs.
Rubus Occidentalis is a North American native species, initially from the southeastern United States. The flowers are small but plentiful and rich in nectar that the early spring pollinators will enjoy. Those little blossoms produce the famously juicy and sweet dark purple to black berries later in the season. They're perfect for baking pies or canning preserves.
Besides becoming a viable food source, the Shrub is lovely. Most are surprised to learn that this shrub is part of the rose family and has small thorns that reflect this relationship. The small oval leaves have a cooler green tone and form on slightly arched branches.
The Black Raspberry Has Just a Few Care Requirements
The black raspberry is hardy, robust, and resilient. It's tolerant of many soil types, drought, heat, and cold. It needs only minimal help from you. Here are it's few needs:
- Watering needs: This bush needs about 1" of water per week from spring until fall. If you experience a long spell without rainfall, you might adjust that amount if it needs a helping hand.
- Soil drainage: Although it loves plenty of water, this shrub does not prefer continuously wet roots. The full sun location may dry quickly on top, but it must also drain well from beneath.
- Fertilizer: This shrub needs twice-annual fertilizing in the spring and fall. Organic gardeners can utilize nitrogen-rich woody materials to meet their needs.
- Spring frost protection: Although cold-tolerant during winter, the blossoms form relatively early. Thus, a late-spring frost can compromise your entire harvest. Gently cover the blossoms with burlap to avoid frost damage after flowering.
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Shipping Information
We dig fresh our plants and ship immediately. We ship US Mail, Priority shipping. You will receive a tracking number once your plants ship. All plants will be fine in their packages for up to 3 days after receiving.
How We Protect Your Plants For Transit
We sell only bare root plants. We dip the roots in tera-sorb silicone gel to retain ample moisture for transit and surround with plastic. This is superior protection for plants in transit for up to 12 days.
Upon Receipt Of Your Plants
Open your plants and inspect the same day received. We offer 3 days to report any problems with your order. Bare root plants need to be planted within 2-3 days of receiving unless weather-related problems prohibit planting. Store in a cool place and keep roots moist and covered with plastic until they can be planted. Water for the first week daily after planting.