Raspberry, Black, Jewel, Bare Root

Jewel Black Raspberry (Rubus occidentalis -Jewel-)

-Jewel- is the top-performing black raspberry cultivar for home gardeners and small farms. It produces glossy, deep purple-black berries with a complex, rich flavor that-s sweet with earthy undertones. Berries are medium-large, firm, and aromatic - excellent for fresh eating, preserves, and freezing.

Key Characteristics

• Bold, rich black raspberry flavor - Jewel berries are intensely flavored with a balance of sweetness and tang, perfect for artisan preserves, sauces, and fresh snacking.
• Firm texture and excellent keeping quality - Berries hold their shape well and are ideal for freezing, baking, and market use.
• Cold-hardy and productive - Vigorous plants yield well even in colder zones and bounce back from winter dieback.
• Early summer harvest - Ripens early to midseason (typically late June), making it one of the first summer bramble crops.
• Attractive to pollinators and birds - White flowers feed early bees; ripe berries draw songbirds and other wildlife.

Product Details

• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Medium, well-drained
• Mature Height: 3-5 ft
• Bloom Time: May-June
• Bloom Color: White
• Fruit Qualities: Rich, sweet-tart flavor; firm; aromatic
• Fruit Uses: Fresh eating, jam, pies, sauces, freezing
• Ripening Time: Early to midseason (June)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8

Choose -Jewel- if you're looking for a reliable, flavorful black raspberry with excellent texture and strong garden performance - perfect for edible landscapes and fruit lovers alike.