The Best Everbearing Raspberry Plants

Environment

• Some everbearing raspberries, such as Heritage, are hardier than others. Some produce fruit early in the fall, such as Fall Gold, allowing northern gardeners to harvest before a killing frost. Redwing out-performs other everbearing varieties in hot climates.

Expert Insight

• Several extension services recommend Heritage everbearing raspberry for its vigorous growth, disease resistance and good flavor. Autumn Bliss is prized for its large, flavorful fruit, early harvest and high fruit productivity in a season. Though Autumn Britten has fewer spines and excellent flavor, its yields are slightly lower, and it must be trellised.

Considerations

• The best raspberry plant for you depends, quite simply, on your needs and your geography. If you'd like raspberries but want as little pest, trellising or fertilization hassles as possible, avoid Autumn Britten. If you're wanting to pack and ship raspberries to friends, family or customers, consider the resilient Redwing or Ruby. If you're confident about your growing practices and just want the most flavorful berry, try Autumn Bliss or Autumn Britten.