Raspberry 'Zefa Herbsterne' P9(0,5L)

Raspberry 'Zefa Herbsterne' – Plenna Autumn Raspberry

Raspberry 'Zefa Herbsterne' (Rubus idaeus 'Zefa Herbsterne') is a high-yielding autumn fruiting variety, ideal for both amateurs and professional growers. It is valued for its intense red fruits with a sweet and sour taste, regular yielding and good resistance to diseases. Perfect for home gardens and commercial crops.

Characteristics of the 'Zefa Herbsterne' variety

• Height and habit:

  • It grows to a height of 1.5–2 meters, forming erect, spreading shrubs with flexible shoots.

• Shoots:

  • Annual shoots are green and strong, covered with a small number of thorns, which makes it easier to harvest the fruit.

• Fruits:

  • Large, intense red, slightly shiny berries with a conical shape.
  • The taste is sweet and sour, with a distinct aroma, perfect both raw and preserved.
  • Fruiting begins in August and lasts until the first frost.

Growing conditions

• Position:

  • It grows best in sunny positions, which are conducive to intense fruit coloration and high yield. It also tolerates light partial shade.

• Soil:

  • The soil is fertile, well-drained, moderately moist, with a slightly acidic pH (pH 5.5–6.5). Avoid heavy and waterlogged soils.

• Watering:

  • Regular watering during drought is especially important during flowering and fruiting.

• Frost resistance:

  • Fully frost-resistant (zone 5–8), it does well in Polish climatic conditions.

Care

• Pruning:

  • In autumn, after fruiting, you can cut all shoots to the ground. Alternatively, you can leave the lower parts of the shoots to bear fruit earlier in spring.
  • Regular removal of damaged and diseased shoots supports the health of the shrubs.

• Fertilization:

  • In the spring, use compound or organic fertilizers such as compost to promote growth and abundant fruiting.

• Supports:

  • It is recommended to run on supports or wires to prevent the shoots from bending under the weight of the fruit.

Use in the Garden

1. Fruit cultivation:
   • Ideal for home gardens and commercial plantations thanks to its high fertility and fruit quality.
2. Preserves:
   • It is perfect for jams, juices, jellies and for freezing.
3. Fruit hedges:
   • It can be grown in the form of an aisle, which gives the garden an aesthetic and functional character.

Advantages of the 'Zefa Herbsterne' variety

• Long fruiting: It bears fruit from August until the first frost.
• High fertility: Heavy yields even with moderate care.
• Versatility of fruit: They are suitable for both direct consumption and preserves.
• Disease resistance: The variety copes well with most raspberry diseases, including shoot dieback.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 0.5 liters
• Height: 25-30 cm
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes