Heritage Raspberry

Scientific Name: Rubus idaeus 'Heritage'

Also Known As

Rubus 'Heritage'
Rubus idaeus var. strigosus 'Heritage'

Plant type

perennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 5'-8'
W: 4'-5'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Heritage Raspberry plant details

Heritage Raspberry is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Heritage Raspberry

Plant type: perennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, edible, edible fruit

GROWING CONDITIONS for Heritage Raspberry

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Heritage Raspberry has two harvest times. The first season is mid July and the other is around September. The large red berries do well eaten fresh, canned, freezing or jams and jellies. This variety is cold hardy and heat tolerant. Heritage Raspberry is self fertile and does not need staking.