Caroline Raspberry

Dive into the world of Caroline Raspberry, a standout variety renowned for its larger berries, higher productivity, and exceptional flavor. Caroline Raspberry sets itself apart with its rich, full, and intense raspberry taste, making it a favorite among gardeners and berry enthusiasts. This vigorous variety not only brings more tolerance for root rot compared to its counterparts like Heritage but also adapts remarkably well across various regions, from the East Coast to the West Coast. Despite its sensitivity to high heat and drought, its adaptability makes it a prized choice for a wide range of climates.

Quick Facts:

• Included Growing Zone: Caroline Raspberry thrives in USDA Zones 4-8, showcasing its wide adaptability. Its ability to ripen earlier the farther south it is grown makes it a versatile berry for different garden settings.
• Flavor Profile & Uses: Known for its rich, full, and intense raspberry flavor, Caroline Raspberry surpasses many with its large, succulent berries. These qualities make it excellent for fresh eating, jams, jellies, and desserts, offering a gourmet quality to home-grown berries.
• Harvest Time: This variety provides a productive yield from late summer into the fall, ensuring a generous harvest season. Its larger berries and high productivity rate make harvesting a rewarding experience.
• Wildlife Attraction: While Caroline Raspberry is a treat for humans, it also serves as an attractant for pollinators, enhancing the garden's biodiversity and ecological health.

Growing Guide:

• Bare Root Plant: This will come as a bare root plant, keep cool and moist until planting
• Soil and Location: Caroline Raspberries perform best in well-drained, fertile soil. They prefer a location with full sun to partial shade, accommodating their need for sunlight while providing protection against the intense heat.
• Watering and Care: Regular watering is essential, especially in areas prone to dry spells, to ensure the plants remain hydrated and healthy. Adequate mulching can help retain soil moisture and reduce the need for frequent watering.
• Disease Resistance: This variety shows a commendable tolerance for root rot, making it a robust option for gardeners. However, its sensitivity to high heat and drought requires careful management of watering and site selection.
• Pollination: As with many raspberry varieties, Caroline Raspberries are self-fertile, eliminating the need for a separate pollinator. This feature simplifies garden planning and maximizes space efficiency.

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A Garden Favorite:

The Caroline Raspberry, released for its superior qualities, has become a garden favorite for its unparalleled taste and vigorous growth. Its adaptability to different climates, coupled with its resistance to certain root diseases, underscores its value in home gardens and commercial cultivation alike. Whether grown on the East or West Coast, this variety promises a bountiful harvest of delicious berries that are as rewarding to grow as they are to eat.

Non-GMO Commitment: At Growing Farmers and The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.

Growing method: Conventionally Grown, due to tissue culture propagation which ensures disease-free planting stock.