Raspberry - Rubus swinhoei (Care, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Raspberry

Raspberry is a robust, woody shrub with sprawling, thorny canes that climb and intertwine. Its leaves, a deep green with a softer underside, often show a trifoliate pattern, catching dew in the early mornings. Delicate white to pale pink flowers bloom, paving the way for succulent, multi-segmented berries that thrive in the dappled shade of its native woodland edges.

Scientific classification

Species

Raspberry (Rubus swinhoei)

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

1 m to 4 m

Plant Height

White

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

10 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Raspberry

Distribution of Raspberry

Distribution Map

Raspberry is a plant native to East Asia. It thrives naturally within this region and has been introduced to various other temperate areas. As a cultivated species, raspberry has been integrated into a range of settings for its ornamental properties, where it adapts to similar climates of its native habitat.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Mixed forests, thickets, slopes, valleys, stream sides

Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

Care Guide for Raspberry

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

10 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Raspberry thrives in high humidity and requires consistently moist soil, needing water twice a week to avoid waterlogging. As an outdoor plant in temperate regions, it benefits from mulching to retain moisture and protect against temperature fluctuations.

Fertilize: Prepare soil for raspberry with a balanced fertilizer (N-P-K: 10-10-10) pre-planting. Annually apply mulch at the base in early spring or late fall. During growing and fruiting seasons, use balanced fertilizers every 2-3 months, similar to garden plants.

Pruning: Raspberry is a perennial shrub valued for its sweet berries. Prune in early spring by removing old, dead, and diseased canes, and thin remaining canes for better air circulation. Regular maintenance fosters healthy growth and boosts fruit production, minimizing disease risks.

Propagation: Raspberry is a perennial fruiting plant that propagates well from cuttings. Use healthy, mature cane tips, cutting below the node for optimal rooting potential. Apply rooting hormone and plant in well-draining substrate, maintaining consistent moisture and warmth for successful establishment.

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