Heritage Raspberry

Heritage Raspberry is a classic fall-bearing (primocane) raspberry and one of the most reliable varieties for home gardeners. This heirloom variety has long been considered the standard for fall raspberries thanks to its consistent yields, adaptability, and great flavor. The berries are bright red, medium to large in size, and well suited for fresh eating, freezing, baking, and preserving. Heritage is especially popular with beginner growers because it’s forgiving, productive, and easy to care for.

SHIPPING INFO: This product begins shipping in March. We will try to ship within the ideal planting window for your growing zone.

Why Grow Heritage Raspberry?

• A dependable fall-bearing raspberry with a long harvest window
• Produces flavorful berries ideal for fresh eating, freezing, and preserving
• Easy to grow, self-fertile, and well suited for beginner gardeners

Growing Information

🌱 Plant Type: Bare root raspberry (primocane / fall-bearing)
🌱 Hardiness Zones: 4–8
🌱 When to Plant: Early spring, as soon as soil can be worked
🌱 When to Harvest: Late summer through fall (typically August–October, depending on location)

Cultivation Tips

• Soil requirements: Plant in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Avoid low spots where water tends to pool.
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade. Full sun produces the highest yields, though light afternoon shade can help in hot climates.
• Watering: Water consistently, especially during establishment and dry periods. Soil should stay moist but not soggy. Mulching helps retain moisture and keeps roots cool.
• Harvesting: Berries are ready when fully red and release easily from the plant. Early frosts may shorten the harvest in northern climates.
• Additional information: Space plants 18–30 inches apart. Heritage fruits on first-year canes. Many growers cut canes to the ground in late winter for a single, strong fall harvest.

Click here for a video on How to Care for Raspberries: Plants and Plugs

Click here for our Raspberry Growing Guide

Non-GMO Commitment: At 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.