Description
PEQUOT LAKES BLACK RASPBERRY
Rubus idaeus
Plants can tolerate the coldest conditions. Jim Furth, the breeder of this new variety, has grown Pequot Lakes since 1990 in the extreme winters in Northern Minnesota. The fruits are deep black and good quality for farm markets and U-Pick.
Medium to large fruits are easy to harvest with the majority of the fruits located on the terminal ends of the branches. Flavor of the fruits are excellent and well balanced with high sweetness and low acidity. Harvest will occur in the third week of July for a two week period. The plants are vigorous and will yield up to three pounds of fruit per season. Hardiness Zones 3-7.
Care Info
- Plant Type:A broad leaf deciduous cane plant. Plants grow erect upward to 6 feet tall producing cane growth from a central crown near the base of the plant.
- pH Requirements:5.0 - 7.5
- Soil Type:Sandy, sandy loam, clay loam
- Light Requirements:Full sun
- Plant Rows Spacing:3 feet
- Plant Aisle Spacing:8 feet
- Mulching:Beneficial, but not necessary
- USDA Zones:4 - 8
- Scientific Name:Rubus idaeus
