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Caroline Red Raspberry (Rubus idaeus -Caroline-)

-Caroline- is a vigorous, highly productive red raspberry with outstanding flavor and large, juicy berries. It-s an everbearing (primocane) type, meaning you get two harvests a year - early summer and fall. Known for its intense sweetness and cold hardiness, Caroline is a standout choice for home growers and small orchards.

Key Characteristics

• Exceptional flavor - Berries are large, deep red, and very sweet with rich raspberry intensity - among the best-tasting of all red varieties.
• Everbearing (dual crop) - Produces a reliable fall crop on first-year canes and a lighter summer crop on second-year canes.
• Cold hardy and vigorous - Strong canes tolerate colder zones and are productive in a wide range of conditions.
• High yields over a long season - Extended harvest window makes it great for fresh use and preserving.
• Pollinator-friendly flowers - Supports bees and beneficial insects during bloom periods.

Product Details

• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Medium, well-drained
• Mature Height: 4-6 ft
• Bloom Time: Late spring and summer
• Bloom Color: White
• Fruit Qualities: Sweet, rich, juicy, large
• Fruit Uses: Fresh eating, freezing, baking, preserves
• Ripening Time: June (light) + September (main)
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8

Choose Caroline for a long season of large, sweet berries and strong garden performance - a true dual-season workhorse with flavor to match.