Botanical profile

Rubus idaeus 'Red Bounty'

Latin name
Rubus idaeus 'Red Bounty'
Common name
Raspberry 'Red Bounty'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rubus idaeus 'Red Bounty', known as the 'Red Bounty' red raspberry, is a deciduous fruit bush with an upright and vigorous habit, recognized for its generous production and consistent yield. A mid-season floricane variety, it offers an abundant and regular harvest of well-formed fruits in summer. Its creamy white spring blossoms effectively attract pollinators and ensure uniform fruit set. Its dense green foliage supports sturdy canes suitable for row cultivation in the vegetable garden. Rubus idaeus 'Red Bounty' prefers full sun exposure and fertile, well-drained soil to optimize fruit quality. Hardy and productive, it is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a reliable variety for fresh consumption or processing.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular, keep the soil moist during fruiting
Fertilization
Compost in spring, fertilizer for berries as needed
Soil type
Fertile, well-drained, and slightly acidic
Minimum temperature
-35°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Bright red fruits, medium to large, firm and juicy, with a balanced sweet-tart flavor, excellent fresh and for processing
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Vigorous, upright habit, dense growth suitable for row cropping
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5–1.8 m (5–6 ft)
Width
4–5 ft (1.2–1.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Summer-fruiting raspberry
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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