A cheerful, thornless raspberry that brings sweet summer flavor to patios, and gardens with ease and beauty
FEATURES:
- Sold in bundles
- Delicious red raspberries with a classic, sweet flavor
- Naturally compact and thornless for easy picking
- Self-pollinating and high-yielding
- Grows beautifully in containers or garden beds
- Produces fruit in midsummer and again in early fall
- Low maintenance and perfect for small spaces
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the plant; does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Plant Raspberry Shortcake® in full sun and well-drained soil for the best fruit production. Water regularly during dry spells and feed with a balanced fertilizer in early spring. After the harvest, prune away the oldest canes to make room for new growth that will fruit the following year. Because it is self-pollinating, a single plant will produce fruit, but multiple plants can increase yields and create a fuller display. For a beautiful edible garden, pair it with blueberries or strawberries for color, texture, and seasonal interest.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Mature Height: 2-3' tall
- Mature Width: 2-3' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 2-3' apart
A cheerful, thornless raspberry that brings sweet summer flavor to patios, and gardens with ease and beauty
FEATURES:
- Sold in bundles
- Delicious red raspberries with a classic, sweet flavor
- Naturally compact and thornless for easy picking
- Self-pollinating and high-yielding
- Grows beautifully in containers or garden beds
- Produces fruit in midsummer and again in early fall
- Low maintenance and perfect for small spaces
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the plant; does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Plant Raspberry Shortcake® in full sun and well-drained soil for the best fruit production. Water regularly during dry spells and feed with a balanced fertilizer in early spring. After the harvest, prune away the oldest canes to make room for new growth that will fruit the following year. Because it is self-pollinating, a single plant will produce fruit, but multiple plants can increase yields and create a fuller display. For a beautiful edible garden, pair it with blueberries or strawberries for color, texture, and seasonal interest.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-9
- Mature Height: 2-3' tall
- Mature Width: 2-3' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 2-3' apart
Why plant Raspberry Shortcake® Red Raspberry?
Dessert time! Your new love affair with raspberries begins with Bushel and Berry® Raspberry Shortcake® Raspberries! This deliciously tart treat will be the joy of summertime in your garden and in your belly! Welcoming spring with a cluster of white blooms giving way to full-size berries, cascading down as this self-pollinating shrub charms your heart! Thriving in patio pots or throughout your landscape, walk out to your back deck and have a handful for breakfast or bake up a heavenly shortcake dessert!
How to use Raspberry Shortcake® Red Raspberry in the landscape?
Grow fruit from the comfort of your patio! Raspberry Shortcake is a compact, thornless raspberry perfect for growing in your favorite patio container or raised garden bed. Its compact size allows it to be grown in the smallest of landscapes, allowing for the benefits of growing fruit without the need for large spaces. Enjoy the "fruits" of your labor with this mid-season producer. The sweet, vanilla flavor of these berries will prove refreshing on those hot summer days!
How To Plant Raspberry Shortcake® Red Raspberry
Raspberry Shortcake enjoys having a sunny spot where it can collect the sun's rays freely with no shade. Raspberries enjoy being planted in acidic soil, rich in organic matter, moist, and well-draining. Be sure not to plant raspberries in areas with wet, soggy soil; these berries do not enjoy having wet feet. If the landscape has clay soil, planting raspberries in raised beds would be a great option to enjoy growing your fruit.
How To Water
Water twice weekly for the first 3-5 weeks; then water weekly for the remainder of the year until winter. When you water, water very slowly and very thoroughly. The water needs to reach to the bottom of the root ball and that takes time. Watering needs may be altered due to extreme weather conditions.
How To Prune
After fruiting, prune all canes that produced fruit. Thoroughly prune late winter to early spring to remove any damage occurring during dormancy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Raspberry Shortcake® has completely thornless canes, making it easy and enjoyable to harvest without gloves or worry.
No. It grows as a naturally compact, bushy plant that does not require a trellis or staking. It holds its shape beautifully all on its own.
It typically produces berries in midsummer and may fruit again in early fall depending on your climate and growing conditions.
