Purple flowering raspberry is a beautiful and unique plant that is perfect for adding a splash of color to any garden. This perennial plant is easy to care for and is relatively disease and pest resistant. Purple flowering raspberry will produce an abundance of fragrant flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. The flowers give way to delicious berries that can be enjoyed fresh or used in jams and other recipes.
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About soil condition, purple flowering raspberry can grow in various types of soil but prefer well-drained, loamy soil with a slightly acidic pH. They are tolerant of drought but will produce the best fruit in moist conditions.
Similar to other raspberries, the purple flowering raspberry thrives in full sun. It needs at least six hours of sun per day, although it can tolerate a little less. This plant is also quite tolerant of shade, so it can be a good choice for shady areas in the garden.
The temperature condition that is best for the purple flowering raspberry is around 70 degrees. This plant does not like it too hot or too cold. If the temperature gets too high, the leaves will start to brown and the flowers will fall off. If the temperature gets too low, the leaves will turn black and the plant will die.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is around 60-70%. If the humidity is too low, the leaves will dry out and the plant will become stressed. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will develop fungal diseases.
Discussing fertilizer, this kind of plant prefers a low nitrogen fertilizer in the spring. For best results, use a fertilizer meant for flowering plants. Be sure to apply the fertilizer per the manufacturer's instructions. As for the roots, this plant prefers them to be on the cool and moist side. Be sure to water regularly.
Pruning your purple flowering raspberry is an important task that will ensure the health and vigor of your plant. This perennial shrub can reach 6 feet in height and produces lovely, delicate flowers in the spring. When pruning, be sure to remove any dead or diseased wood, as well as any suckers that may have appeared at the base of the plant. Also, trim back any branches that are crowding or rubbing against other branches. Doing this will promote air circulation and help to prevent disease.
Propagation is by stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and should be 6 to 8 inches long. Cut just below a leaf node and remove the lower leaves. Stick the cuttings into moistened potting soil and keep them moist. They should root within 4 to 6 weeks. Once rooted, transplant the cuttings into individual pots.
Usually, the plant growth rate is determined by the individual plant. With the right environment and proper care, they can grow and produce fruit at a very rapid pace. However, if the conditions are not ideal or they are not given the proper attention, the growth rate can be quite slow.
Common problems for this kind of plant plants include aphids, Japanese beetles, and caterpillars. Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that feed on plant sap. Japanese beetles are iridescent green and brown beetles that feed on the leaves of raspberry plants. Caterpillars are the larvae of moths and butterflies and can eat the leaves of raspberry plants.
Source:
Raspberries for the Home Garden - 7.001 - Extension
Yard and Garden: All about Raspberries | News
Small Fruit Crops for the Backyard - University of Illinois Extension
