Growing Guide: Mysore Raspberries

 

Attribute Details
Botanical Name Rubus niveus
Common Names Mysore Raspberry, Tropical Raspberry, Indian Raspberry
Family Rosaceae
Origin Southern Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Himalayas)
Plant Type Fruiting bramble/shrub
Life Cycle Perennial
Mature Size 6–10 ft tall and wide
Light Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs Moderate; regular watering during fruiting
Soil Rich, well-drained, loamy or sandy
Bloom Time Spring through fall in warm zones
Flower Color White to pale pink
USDA Zones 8–11
Florida Native No
Propagation Cuttings, layering, suckers
Seasonal Traits Semi-evergreen in warm zones; deciduous in cold zones
Time to Harvest 6–12 months from planting; fruits repeatedly