Raspberry, Red Mammoth

Rubus idaeus ‘SK Red Mammoth’

Priced by size: $6.99 – $16.99

Size (HxW): 3-4’ x N/A

Growth Habit: Upright, spreading

Fruit Size: 2.5cm

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 2b

A University of Saskatchewan release

Largest of the red raspberries

Tangy sweet berries are good for fresh eating & preserves

Fruit ripens between July 1^st – 20^th, giving a 2.5 week harvest period

Stores for 3-5 days in refrigerator

Self-fertile; produces more fruit with a pollinator

Plant pollinators within 200’ for best results

Produces fruit within 2-3 years after planting

Floricane variety – fruit is produced on old growth during summer

A nearly thornless variety

Textured, dark green foliage turns a burnt orange-red in fall

Small, white flowers in spring

Spreads via root suckers

Native to the prairies

Medium Growth Rate: 5-9”/year

Row Spacing: 4-5’ apart

Plant Care:

● Raspberries will keep spreading to fill the planted area; use edging, raised beds or deep-till to contain them ● Drought tolerant once established; does not tolerate soggy soil ● Benefits from winter snow coverage ● Benefits from heavy pruning every 3-5 years; cut down to ground level with a weed whacker/lawn mower