Red Raspberry

Rubus idaeus, Rosaceae

Zones

3–8

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

OnionAllium cepa

Pest Deterrent

TansyTanacetum vulgare

Pest Deterrent

American ElderberrySambucus canadensis

Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing

Highbush CranberryViburnum trilobum

Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

NannyberryViburnum lentago

Wind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

WineberryRubus phoenicolasius

Raspberry species with aggressive spreading habits compete for space and resources

MarionberryRubus ursinus x R. armeniacus

Aggressive bramble species compete intensely for territory and can overtake less vigorous relatives

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

FruitLeaves

Common Questions

What zones does Red Raspberry grow in?

Red Raspberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Red Raspberry?

Good companions for Red Raspberry include Onion, Tansy, American Elderberry, Highbush Cranberry, Nannyberry.

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