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Raspberry

Rubus idaeus 'Polka'

Border plantingFood and shelter for wildlife

Edible fruitGood for pollinators

Raspberry
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeFruit and herbs
FamilyRosaceae
Size when mature1.8 m tall, 1 m across
LightFull sun, Part sun
MoistureMedium, Moist
Soilloam, sand
Soil pH5.5 to 6.8
Hardy to-28 degrees
FlowersJune to July
For pollinatorsVery good
WaterMedium water
UpkeepA lot
GrowthFast
In EuropeNative
Spreading riskLow
If eatenPeople: Not toxic · Dogs: Not toxic · Cats: Not toxic
Worth knowingHas thorns · Edible · Drops fruit, which makes a mess over paving

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Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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