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Royalty (Plant Patent #5404)

The Geneva Experiment Station in Geneva, New York released this variety in 1982. The most popular purple raspberry variety today, Royalty is very productive. The canes are thorny and long. The fruit is very large, of high quality, and is the sweetest of all the purple raspberries. Good for fresh eating and excellent for jams and jellies, Royalty can be picked slightly immature as a firm red berry. Eludes spring frost damage, as it is a late-season variety. It has multiple insect resistances, including immunity to raspberry aphid, which should help to extend the productive life of the planting.

High levels of Nutraceuticals – very healthy!

Plant Qty Price
5 plants $21.75
10 plants $36.10
25 plants $79.20
100 plants $273.50
500 plants $1,018.00
1000+ $1,850.00
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Variety Details

Best in Zones: 4-8

Flavor: Excellent

Berry Size: Large

Firmness: Firm

Freezing Quality: Good

Suited For: Any Grower

Suggested # Plants for Family of Four: 10-25

Planting Info

SPACING
  • 18”-24” for reds and yellows; 20”-24” for blacks
  • Blackberries should be planted 3’-4’ apart
  • Recommend 8’-12’ between rows depending on machinery
IRRIGATION
  • Soak in water using Agri-gel™ for 1-2 hrs before planting
  • Water thoroughly after planting
  • 1” - 2” rainfall or equivalent per week
FERTILIZATION
  • Before planting add ½-¾ lb of 10-10-10 per 100 sq ft
  • Commercial growers should use 500 lbs per acre
  • An additional 1lb of 10-10-10 per 100 sq ft can be applied in July or August and in early spring in following years
  • pH: 6.0-6.5
WEED CONTROL
  • Regular cultivation is necessary during growing season
  • Roots are shallow–don’t cultivate more than an inch deep
  • Mulching during establishments can help control weeds”
  • Contact a local extension for chemical recommendations
TRELLIS
  • We suggest plants are supported by a trellis
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Additional Info

All plants are dormant, bare root, and ship from our Massachusetts nursery.

Plants are available for shipment in the spring only

We do not ship online orders outside the US.

It is best to plant immediately upon receipt.

If you are unable to plant immediately, refrigerate and plant as soon as possible. Do not add water. Keep in original packing to retain proper moisture.

Shipments to western states from mid-April on ship via UPS-3DAY for plant preservation.

Shipments to AK and HI ship via UPS-2Day.

Plants shipping to CA, HI, OR, and WA require a phyto-sanitary certificate.