Raspberry - Boyne

The berries are versatile and can be used as fresh fruit, in preserves, or in pies and pastries. They do best in full sun on non-alkaline, fertile loam soil. Birds also love the fruit, so you may have to share the harvest. This raspberry is very productive, extremely hardy, and has a superior disease resistance. Raspberries need a plentiful supply of moisture throughout the growing season. It produces a large crop of huge juicy berries in early July. However, they may be grown in partial shade or under other environmental constraints. Raspberries may be grown successfully at an elevation as high as 7,000 feet. Raspberries take little space, live for years and produce crops the second season after planting. Although a well-drained soil is essential for success, a sandy soil will need to have plenty of organic matter incorporated in preparation. The Boyne Raspberry, Rubus 'Boyne', is an attractive red raspberry with a delicious sweet flavor, making it an excellent choice for fresh eating, canning, freezing and desserts. Natural protection against strong winter winds are provided in some valleys, but in other areas it is necessary to provide artificial protection during winter months. It is an old favorite that is a good performer. ... details