Chilcotin Raspberry is a dual-cropping variety that produces large, bright red berries with excellent flavour and firmness. It fruits first in summer and again in autumn, giving you two harvests per year. Canes are nearly thornless, upright, and easy to manage. This cold-hardy cultivar grows well in full sun and handles cooler winters, making it one of the best raspberries for home growers wanting reliable yields and sweet fruit. Suitable for both ground and large pot growing.
Features:
Ideal prune height: 1.5 m
pH range: 5.5–6.5
Sun preference: part sun in summer, full sun otherwise
Minimum pot size by year 5: 30 L
Time to fruit: 1 year from cane
Harvest period: Summer and Autumn
Notable traits: Nearly thornless, dual fruiting, firm berries with good storage
Grow it in well-drained soil with mulch and regular watering while fruiting. Prune out old fruiting canes in winter to encourage new growth. Use a trellis or post for best support. Responds well to compost and potassium-rich feeding.
This raspberry is ideal for backyard growers, permaculture beds, or those who love two crops of fresh berries. Limited stock – don't miss out.
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