Thompson & Morgan Raspberry Polka Autumn Fruiting Cane Plant 12 Pack

Promise a bountiful harvest of juicy, flavour-packed raspberries from midsummer right through to autumn, with this Thompson & Morgan Raspberry Polka Autumn Fruiting Cane Plant 12 Pack. These plants makes every garden moment sweeter and more rewarding. Loved for their long fruiting season and reliable high yields, these vigorous canes are virtually spine-free so picking’s a breeze and the fruit is perfect for eating fresh, baking or making jam. Suited to sunny spots in the kitchen garden or allotment, they’re easy to grow, show good disease resistance and thrive even in less-than-perfect soils, so you’ll enjoy delicious home-grown raspberries with minimal fuss. Supplied as a pack of six canes, they’re certified pest and disease free for peace of mind. How to grow: Grow autumn fruiting raspberry plants in a sunny position in any well drained soil. Prior to planting, incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the planting hole. Plant in rows allowing a distance of 60cm (24") between plants. Firm in and water well. Canes should be pruned to 30cm (12") immediately following planting to encourage more shoots to be produced. Autumn fruiting varieties do not require supports for their stems. They can also be grown in large containers of soil based compost such as John Innes no.3. Water well until plants are fully established. When berries begin to develop, place a net over the plants to protect the crop from birds. Prune to ground level each February and apply a mulch of well rotted manure or garden compost to the base of the canes. This will help to retain moisture throughout the summer.