Latham Raspberry

Self-pollinating. ripens in mid July

Botanical Name- Rubus idaeus 'Latham'

Pronunciation- ROO-bus ih-DAY-us

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 4 ft

Mature Height- 4 ft

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Well drained and compost enriched

Current Size- #1

Bloom Color- White

Bloom Time- Late spring

Companion Plants- Nepeta x faassenii 'Walker ??s Low' (soft lavender spikes offset canes)

Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds

Plant Habit- Shrub

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C40

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune canes after fruiting; keep soil moist and fertilize in early spring.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove old canes and encourage new growth.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring and again after fruiting; moderate feeding need. Keep clay well-drained by mounding or adding organic material.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Berry-tone

Possible Issues- Cane borers, rust, aphids