Is it ok to plant raspberries in the fall?

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Glenda_Michigan Fowlerville, MI(Zone 5b) Aug 28, 2011

I found a website that is still offering raspberry plants this fall; most companies are out of stock. Are there any problems with planting raspberry plants in the fall? The company's ship date for my area is Sept. 12.

Thanks for your help!
Glenda

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frankford East Lansing, MI(Zone 5a) Aug 30, 2011

If you plant red raspberries in the fall you shouldn't have much trouble. They are the most winter hardy raspberries. I recommend amending the soil and mulching your plants . Make sure you water the raspberies throughout the season. They appreciate a good watering program. Good Luck!

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Glenda_Michigan Fowlerville, MI(Zone 5b) Sep 11, 2011

Thanks frankford! I got lucky and found the variety that I wanted at a local nursery. I'm in the process of creating the beds now and will plant them in the next day or two! I can't wait till next year when I get to have a bowl of raspberries with milk and sugar!! Yum!!

Sure appreciate your help! :) I will remember to water and mulch!
Glenda

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frankford East Lansing, MI(Zone 5a) Sep 14, 2011

I had a wonderful year with my previously planted a year ago berries. This year I've eaten strawberries blueberries, black and red raspberries, blackberries and concord grapes right in the garden. I haven't bothered saving any in the freezer. The blueberies and red raspberries were the most productive of all berries this year . I just love the fresh fully ripened fruit my garden has to offer!

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Glenda_Michigan Fowlerville, MI(Zone 5b) Nov 10, 2011

Update.... I planted 18 Caroline raspberry bushes back in September. We're really looking forward to seeing how they do next year! :)

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