Cascade Delight Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus -Cascade Delight-)-Cascade Delight- is a floricane-bearing red raspberry that stands out for its large, firm berries and resistance to root rot. Bred in the Pacific Northwest, it combines bold flavor with excellent structure, making it ideal for gardeners who want disease resistance and market-quality fruit.Key Characteristics Large, firm, flavorful fruit - Berries are bright red, firm, and full-flavored - excellent for fresh eating or freezing. Summer-bearing (floricane) - Produces one heavy crop in midsummer on second-year canes. Root rot resistant - Particularly suited to areas with heavy or wetter soils where disease can be a concern. Tall, upright canes - Easy to trellis and harvest with good spacing for airflow and light. Pollinator-attracting blooms - Spring flowers support early-season bees. Product Details Sun Requirements: Full sun Soil Requirements: Medium, well-drained (tolerates heavier soils) Mature Height: 5-6 ft Bloom Time: Spring Bloom Color: White Fruit Qualities: Large, firm, sweet-tart, aromatic Fruit Uses: Fresh eating, freezing, jam, market sales Ripening Time: July USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-8 Cascade Delight offers size, structure, and disease resistance - a great choice for productive berry rows in wetter gardens or food forests.
