Raspberry Plants, Fall Gold

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(Rubus idaeus) Your order includes 3 plants. This is one fruit that has won the hearts of all the Baker Creek staff. With so many scrumptious fruit, we just couldn’t resist gleaning. Hotly debated around the Bakersville watering hole, it was decided that the golden raspberries taste even better than the red ones! The plants are ever-bearing and bear fruit only on first year wood; it is recommended to prune back canes that have finished fruiting, to make room for more fruiting canes. You will enjoy fruit all the way from June until October. Introduced 1967, by E.M. Meader of NH.

WARNING: PLANTS ARE VERY YOUNG AND TENDER. DO NOT PUT THEM OUTSIDE UNTIL ALL DANGER OF FROST HAS PASSED.

  • Perennial in USDA zones 3-9
  • Days to harvest: 70-90 days (after flowering)
  • Sun exposure: 6-8 hours of full sun (partial sun in hotter climates)
  • Planting depth: 1-2 inches (cover roots)
  • Plant spacing: 24 to 36 inches (8-10 feet between rows)
  • Ideal temperature: 60°F to 80°F
  • Frost hardy? Yes – survives winter dormancy with protection in colder zones

Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs

Growing Tips

Plant in the early spring (or late winter for warm zones). Prepare soil with compost or aged manure a couple of weeks before planting. Raspberries love moisture, so try soaking the roots for an hour or two before planting. A trellis or fence is a good idea. Fall Gold raspberries thrive in fertile, well-draining soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5. They require full sun for the best fruit production. Mulch around the base to maintain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Regular pruning improves yields and prevents overcrowding. Provide consistent watering during flowering and fruiting.

When to Grow

Plant Fall Gold raspberries in early spring after the danger of frost has passed, or in fall before the first frost for southern climates. These plants are cold-hardy and can tolerate frosty winters if properly mulched. They are a primocane variety, meaning they produce fruit on first-year canes. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Select a sunny, well-drained location. Prepare soil with compost or aged manure a couple of weeks before planting. Dig a hole large enough to spread out the roots comfortably, planting 1-2 inches deep. Space plants about 3 feet apart, in rows 8 feet apart. After planting, cut canes back, leaving 8 to 10 inches. Space plants 24-36 inches apart in rows 8-10 feet apart. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch to conserve moisture and protect roots.

How to Grow

Water consistently, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged. Fertilize with a balanced, organic fertilizer in early spring. Prune after fruiting by removing spent canes, leaving the strongest new canes for next year’s harvest. Use a trellis for support if needed.

How to Save

  • Propagate Fall Gold raspberries using root suckers or tip layering.
  • Dig up healthy young suckers in early spring or fall and replant them immediately.
  • For tip layering, bend a cane to the ground, cover the tip with soil, and once rooted, separate and transplant the new plant.

FAQ

How soon will Fall Gold raspberries produce fruit?
Fall Gold raspberries can produce fruit in their first year since they are a primocane variety. Expect a small summer harvest from second-year canes and a larger fall crop on first-year canes, with berries ripening from late summer through early fall.

 

Do Fall Gold raspberries need a trellis?
While Fall Gold raspberries grow upright, a trellis or support system is recommended to keep canes from bending under the weight of the fruit. It also improves air circulation, reduces disease risk, and makes harvesting easier.

 

How do I prune Fall Gold raspberries?
Prune Fall Gold raspberries in late winter or early spring. For a fall harvest, cut all canes to the ground after fruiting. For a summer and fall harvest, only remove dead or weak canes and leave the strongest ones for an early summer crop.

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