Directions for How to Plant a Raspberry Bush

Raspberries are a tasty and healthy fruit that can be grown in most home gardens. They are available in black, red and purple varieties, some of which produce berries in early summer while others are ready to harvest during late summer or early fall. Once established, raspberry bushes require little care. They are self-pollinating and don't require the intensive pruning necessary for many other types of berry bushes. Plant them during early spring in a location that receives exposure to full sun and has soil with good drainage.

Rototiller or garden fork
Well-rotted manure
Spade
Mulch
Pruning shears

Instructions

- 1
  Turn the soil to a depth of 10 to 12 inches, using a rototiller or garden fork, four to six weeks before planting the raspberry bushes in the garden.
- 2
  Mix a 4- to 6-inch layer of well-rotted manure with the soil right after tilling.
- 3
  Dig planting holes about 1 foot wide and just deep enough to set the roots at their previous level.
- 4
  Place the roots into the prepared holes and arrange them carefully so that they spread outward and aren't bunched up.
- 5
  Return the soil and manure mixture to the holes and firm with your palm. Leave 16 inches of space between each raspberry bush.
- 6
  Water the raspberry bushes deeply right after planting.
- 7
  Spread 3 inches of mulch under the bushes, keeping it a distance of three to four inches from the stems.
- 8
  Prune the canes back to a height of approximately 12 inches. Make pruning cuts just above a bud to stimulate growth.

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