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Growing Zones
The Thornless Caroline Raspberry or Rubus canadensis is easy to maintain and produces large, red raspberries that measure about one inch long. White flowers grow on arching canes in the spring, giving way to fruit from June until frost. The fruit is juicy and sweet and can be eaten raw or used to make jams and pies. One mature shrub can produce up to 2 quarts of berries. This thornless variety allows for easy picking without scraping hands or snagging clothing. The Thornless Caroline Raspberry is native to the Eastern U.S. and is easy to maintain.
Thornless Caroline Raspberry Care
Plant this bush in full sun and in rich, loamy, well-drained soil. Space plants at least 3 to 4 feet apart. Prune in the fall to remove dead canes and trim active canes to encourage new growth. The Thornless Caroline Raspberry spreads by underground rhizomes and can form dense thickets.
Growing Thornless Caroline Raspberry
Thornless Caroline Raspberry bushes stand 4 to 5 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide. Plant this bush at any time during the spring and summer. Raspberry bushes often produce fruit in the second growing season or one year after planting.
Feature this raspberry bush in a container that measures 16 inches wide. The container can be placed in a garden or landscape, or even near a porch or patio since this is a thornless cultivar. Water when the soil is dry and fertilize monthly.
Watering Thornless Caroline Raspberry
Water when the soil is dry. Established plants develop drought tolerance, but appreciate water during a dry period, ensuring a continuous crop. The Thornless Caroline Raspberry can live in damp conditions and will not need much supplemental water if grown in a naturally moist area.
Feeding Thornless Caroline Raspberry
Routine fertilization supports growth and encourages an abundant harvest. Fertilize the Thornless Caroline Raspberry each spring using a balanced, slow-release product.
Thornless Caroline Raspberry Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 7 |
Plant Type: |
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 5 Feet |
Mature Spread: 4 Feet |
Spacing: 4 Feet |
Habit: Mounded |
Flower Color(s): White |
Flower Description: White Shades |
Bloom Period: Spring to Fall |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: Green Shades |
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering |
Watering: Average |
Resists: N/A |
Tolerates: N/A |
Attracts: N/A |
Container Role: |
Uses: Wildlife Gardens |
Features: Attracts Pollinators |
Brand: |
Common Name: Thornless Caroline Raspberry |
Other Name(s): Red Raspberry |
Scientific Name: Rubus canadensis |
- SKU:
- 123PLA0170-npn
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 31th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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