American Red Raspberry (Rubus strigosus)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Rubus strigosus is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to August, and the seeds ripen from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked in pies, preserves etc. Young shoots - harvested as they emerge through the ground in the spring, peeled and eaten raw or cooked like asparagus. The leaves and twigs are used as a tea substitute. — Fruit - raw or cooked in pies, preserves etc.; Young shoots - harvested as they emerge through the ground in the spring, peeled and eaten raw or cooked like asparagus.; The leaves and twigs are used as a tea substitute.

Habitat & North American Range

Thickets, clearings and woodland borders. In dry or rocky situations. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)