Raspberries are the queen of the garden for many gardeners. But not all varieties produce large, sweet berries that do not wrinkle when picked and do not fall off before harvest. To enjoy your harvest all summer long, it is important to choose proven varieties that combine taste, yield and weather resistance.
Here are seven reliable options that are suitable for both central Russia and cooler regions.
Hercules
Large-fruited remontant variety. The berries are conical, dark crimson, weighing 8–12 g. The taste is rich, sweet, with a slight sourness. The dense pulp holds its shape well, ideal for freezing and jam. It produces a harvest twice: in July and from August until frost.
Bryansk miracle
A remontant variety with very large berries up to 10 g. The color is dark burgundy, almost black. The pulp is juicy, but not watery, there are few seeds. Grows well even in poor soils. Suitable for fresh consumption and desserts.
Firebird
Mid-early variety with bright red shiny berries. The aroma is rich, “raspberry”, the taste is sweet. The bush is compact, there are almost no thorns – easy to collect. Ideal for family use and baby food.
Atlant
Remontant giant – berries up to 12 g, elongated, dark red. The pulp is dense, transportable, and does not leak in the jar. Gives a generous harvest from August to October. Excellent for preparation and sale.
Cumberland
Black raspberry with a unique fruity taste. The berries are 4–6 g, but very aromatic and sweet. The bush is powerful and disease resistant. Not afraid of return frosts. Ideal for wine, jams and dessert decoration.
Orange miracle
An unusual variety with amber-orange berries. The taste is honey, without acid, rich in carotene. Very decorative, the berries are visible through the foliage. Suitable for children and people with sensitive stomachs.
Patricia
Classic large-fruited variety. Conical berries, 6–9 g, dark crimson. The taste is harmonious, the aroma is bright. The bush is tall, requires garter, but generously yields in July. It is better to use fresh and for quick jam.
To prevent raspberries from getting sick and produce large berries, plant them in a sunny place with good drainage. After harvesting, trim off the fruiting shoots – this stimulates new ovaries. Mulch the soil with straw or sawdust. This will retain moisture and protect the roots.
Such varieties will give not only a harvest, but also real pleasure from every bite.
Question and answer:
How many times does remontant raspberry bear fruit?
Twice: in summer and autumn. But if you cut off all the shoots in the fall, there will be one, but more abundant harvest in August-September.
Why are raspberries small?
Due to thickening, lack of light or old shoots. Pruning and thinning solve the problem.
