Botanical profile

Rubus idaeus 'Joan J'

Latin name
Rubus idaeus 'Joan J'
Common name
Everbearing raspberry 'Joan J'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rubus idaeus ‘Joan J’ is a primocane-fruiting (everbearing) raspberry cane highly valued for its thornless nature and abundant production of large, flavorful fruits. This raspberry, with its upright bushy habit, develops vigorous canes, making harvesting easy, while offering bright red, firm, juicy, and particularly sweet raspberries. Its fruiting extends from late summer until the first frosts on the current year’s canes, simplifying annual pruning. Its bright green foliage supports sustained growth and attracts pollinators to the vegetable garden. Ideal for rows, fruit hedges, or cultivation in large containers, Rubus idaeus ‘Joan J’ combines ease of maintenance, high yield, and excellent taste quality, making it a reliable choice for northern gardens.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Compost or fertilizer for berries in spring
Soil type
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic
Minimum temperature
-30°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

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

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rate
fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Ever-bearing raspberry plant
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.