Raspberry

Overview

The Raspberry, Rubus niveus, is a hardy deciduous shrub standing 3-6 feet tall. It thrives in USDA zones 4-8, preferring full sun but tolerates partial shade. Noted for its lush, green foliage and prickly stems, it produces flavorful berries in summer, which invite wildlife and offer culinary uses. This plant requires well-drained, fertile soil with an inch of water weekly, and benefits from annual pruning to maintain vigor and fruit abundance.