Botanical profile

Rubus idaeus 'Eden'

Latin name
Rubus idaeus 'Eden'
Common name
Raspberry bush 'Eden'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rubus idaeus ‘Eden’ is a summer raspberry bush valued for its productivity and the remarkable quality of its fruit. This upright, bushy raspberry plant develops vigorous canes bearing an abundance of large, firm, juicy, and deliciously sweet bright red raspberries. Its summer fruiting occurs on the previous year's canes, offering a generous mid-season harvest, ideal for fresh consumption, freezing, and jams. Its bright green foliage supports vigorous growth and attracts pollinators to the vegetable garden, promoting biodiversity. Suitable for cultivation in rows, as a fruit hedge, or in an edible bed, Rubus idaeus ‘Eden’ is appealing for its vigor, consistent yield, and excellent taste quality in cool climates.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, rich, loose and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Large, bright red fruit, firm, juicy and sweet
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Fruit shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Width
1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Perpetual raspberry cane
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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