The raspberry, with its botanical name Rubus idaeus, belongs to the rose family, which includes around 3,500 species. The raspberry is a hardy, deciduous climbing shrub that comes in a variety of ...

I can see why some people aren’t attracted to the idea of growing veg. After all, you do need a few proper tools; various parts of the process can be cold/wet/muddy; a lot can go wrong; and there is ...

Growing your own fruit will always taste sweeter than buying from the supermarket. Raspberries are as easy to grow as they are to eat. These are the key dates you need to know, and some tips to get ...

RASPBERRIES are a staple summer fruit in the UK, but just one supermarket punnet will set you back at least £2 for a few handfuls of these tasty berries. Growing your own is a cheap and simple way to ...

There was a time when every prairie garden had a row of raspberries. And why not? They’re hardy, not difficult to care for, generally insect and disease-free, and well worth the effort. Nothing can ...