RED EUROPEAN RASPBERRY Rubus idaeus
SKU: 1036-10
Description
Plants of Rubus idaeus grow to 1.5–2.5 m (5.0–8.3 feet). In its second year, a stem produces several side shoots, which flowers in late spring. The fruit is red, edible, and sweet. In raspberries, the drupelets separate from the core when picked, leaving a hollow fruit, whereas in blackberries and most other species of Rubus, the drupelets stay attached to the core.
Type: Hardy shrub
Location: Sun or part shade
Hardiness zones: 4-9
Seeds per pack: 10
Germination: Pour boiling water over the seeds, and then allow them to sit in the water for 24 hours. Surface sow in a pot. Water, and place in plastic, and in the fridge for 90 days for stratification. Then bring to warmth for them to germinate. Keep continually moist.
Description
Plants of Rubus idaeus grow to 1.5–2.5 m (5.0–8.3 feet). In its second year, a stem produces several side shoots, which flowers in late spring. The fruit is red, edible, and sweet. In raspberries, the drupelets separate from the core when picked, leaving a hollow fruit, whereas in blackberries and most other species of Rubus, the drupelets stay attached to the core.
Type: Hardy shrub
Location: Sun or part shade
Hardiness zones: 4-9
Seeds per pack: 10
Germination: Pour boiling water over the seeds, and then allow them to sit in the water for 24 hours. Surface sow in a pot. Water, and place in plastic, and in the fridge for 90 days for stratification. Then bring to warmth for them to germinate. Keep continually moist.