Rubus idaeus 'Caroline' (Raspberry)

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Fall-bearing variety producing abundant tasty red fruit, improved disease resistance, prune canes to the ground in late fall; raspberries are quite shrubby looking and require care ful placement in the landscape, regular pruning and protection from birds Caroline Raspberry is a medium-sized shrub that is commonly grown for its edible qualities. It produces clusters of red heart-shaped berries which are usually ready for picking from late summer to mid fall. The berries have a sweet taste and a juicy texture. Caroline Raspberry will grow to be about 5 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 3 feet. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 24 inches apart. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 10 years. This is a self-pollinating variety, so it doesn't require a second plant nearby to set fruit. Show more