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Rosaceae
Trees and shrubs
Raspberry bush 'Willamette'
Hardiness
Zone 4
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Family
Rosaceae
Rubus idaeus 'Willamette' is an early-season red raspberry known for its generous and consistent production of large, firm, dark red, slightly tart, and very aromatic fruits. It is a floricane fruiting variety, primarily producing in early summer on canes from the previous year. Its growth habit is upright and vigorous, with sturdy canes requiring slight support in fruit cultivation. Highly suited for northern climates, it demonstrates good cold hardiness and appreciable tolerance to common diseases. Ideal for fresh consumption, processing, or freezing, 'Willamette' is a reliable classic for edible gardens. Annual pruning of fruited canes promotes optimal yield and good air circulation.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Compost in spring, fertilizer for berries as needed
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorWhite
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingLarge, firm, dark red fruits with a sweet-tart flavor
Maximum height1.5–1.8 m (5–6 ft)
Maximum width4–5 ft (1.2–1.5 m)
Growth rateFast
Hardiness zoneZone 4
Minimum temperature-30°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
