Jewel Raspberry Bush

Rubus idaeus 'Jewel'

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Everbearing Jewel Black Raspberry Bush Yields Two Harvests Per Year
Cold Hardy: Thrives in Zones 3-8
Grows 4 ft Tall and Wide
Native, Pollinator-Friendly - Attracts Bees and Butterflies
Showy White Blooms in Late Spring

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Where to Plant

Sunlight: Give this bush full sun, meaning at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily. Plenty of sunshine ensures sweet, plump berries and helps dry off morning dew to prevent fungal issues on the leaves.
Soil: Plant in well-drained, organically rich soil with a slightly acidic pH between 6.0 and 6.8. If you have heavy clay that holds water like a bathtub, build a raised bed to improve drainage and prevent root rot.

Watering Requirements

Keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy, especially while the plant establishes its root system during the first season. Once established, provide about an inch of water per week, increasing frequency during hot, dry spells or when fruit is forming to keep berries from drying out or becoming crumbly. Avoid overhead watering when possible to keep the foliage dry and healthy.

Pruning Tips

Jewel Raspberries produce fruit on two-year-old wood (floricanes), so immediately after you harvest berries in early summer, cut those specific fruited canes down to the ground. In late winter, prune the remaining side branches back to 8 to 12 inches to encourage strong, fruit-bearing offshoots for the coming season. This annual cleanup prevents overcrowding and directs the plant's energy into producing fruit rather than maintaining old, woody growth.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer or compost in early spring right as new green growth begins to emerge. Avoid fertilizing after July, as late-season nitrogen forces soft, new growth that will be damaged by winter frost.

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Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Attracts pollinators, Cold hardy, Disease resistant, Edible, Evergreen, Self-pollinating
Hardiness Zone	4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Flower Color	White
Foliage Color	Green
Height	4 ft
Width	4 ft
Sunlight	Full sun
Growth Rate	Moderate
Native	Yes
Blooms In	Spring, Summer
Preferred Soil	Clay, Loamy, Peaty, Sandy
Watering Needs	Moderate
Botanical Name	Rubus idaeus 'Jewel'
Class	Rosales
Species	idaeus
Cultivar	Jewel
Does Not Ship To	AK, HI, ID, MT, OR, PR, WA

You might be able to wander the local fields and find some Jewel Black Raspberry Bushes (Rubus idaeus 'Jewel') growing wild, but it's so much easier to plant your own so you can pick them at your leisure? Jewel Black raspberries start out red but transform into a rich burgundy to deep purple as they ripen!

Black Raspberries are sweet and juicy, full of that raspberry flavor that you love! But you won't want to eat all of them straight from the cane! You'll want to save some to bake with, freeze, or turn into delectable jam and syrup too!

The Jewel Black Raspberry is a vigorous variety that will provide you with a good crop, year after year, and it's everbearing so you'll enjoy a second fall crop as well! It's self-pollinating and attracts endless pollinators to its small pearly, petite blossoms. Order plenty of plants so you and your local bees and birds can eat until full!

Planting and Application:

These tall, but narrow growing shrubs are fantastic for berry orchards or in linear orchards, pulling double duty as hedges and privacy! Plant a few around your property to keep unwanted visitors out, but bring in smaller wildlife and songbirds, who love to nest in the thick branching. You'll love having sweet berries at an arms reach around seating areas for screening.

Do a little edible landscaping with your kids so they can go out and graze on them as they enjoy their summer. Imagine them running around with juice-stained cheeks from berries they picked off your homegrown fruit bushes!

Sweet Juicy & Flavorful Fruit
Large Flavorful Near Black Berries
One Of The First Variety To Ripen
Everbearing & Self-Fertile Upright Canes
Pearly White Blossoms

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Growing to head-height, Jewel winters spectacularly in USDA zones 3 and up. Water and mulch well to protect the roots from the winter chill. Plant in full sun, in enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil. You will want to water during the summer once a week and a little more when it is very hot and dry.

Full Sun
Disease Resistant
Moist, Mulched, Fertile & Well-Drained Soil
Very Cold Hardy USDA Zones 3 - 8
Prune Very Early Spring

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones can the Jewel Raspberry Bush survive in?

The Jewel Raspberry Bush is hardy in USDA zones 3 and up, making it suitable for most temperate climates. This variety winters well with proper care. Water regularly and apply mulch around the roots to protect them from winter chill.

How tall and wide will the Jewel Raspberry Bush grow at maturity?

Jewel Raspberry Bush grows to head-height (approximately 5-6 feet tall) with a narrow, upright growth habit. These canes work well for linear plantings and hedgerows in zones 3 and up. Plant them 3-4 feet apart for proper air circulation and easy harvesting access.

Is the Jewel Raspberry Bush a fast-growing or slow-growing variety?

The Jewel Raspberry Bush is a vigorous, fast-growing variety that reaches head-height and produces crops in its first year. As an everbearing type, it provides two harvests annually and is one of the first varieties to ripen. Plant in full sun with well-drained, slightly acidic soil for best growth rates.

Are Jewel Raspberry Bushes deer resistant?

Jewel Raspberry Bushes are not deer resistant and may require protection in areas with heavy deer pressure. The thorny canes provide some natural deterrent, but deer will browse the foliage and fruit when other food sources are scarce. Consider fencing or deer netting if deer are problematic in your area.

Can Jewel Raspberry Bushes be grown successfully in containers or do they need to be planted in the ground?

Jewel Raspberry Bushes can be grown in large containers but perform best planted in the ground where their vigorous root system can fully develop. These head-height shrubs need deep containers (at least 20 gallons) with well-draining, slightly acidic soil. For optimal berry production, plant them in enriched garden soil available at naturehills.com.