'Polka' Raspberry Plants
We're dotty about these berries!
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'Polka' Raspberry Plants
- A fantastic recent introduction from Poland!
- They sure know their raspberries in Poland and have produced arguably the best raspberry variety on the planet: great taste, reliable, huge crops, easy to grow, long season - 'Polka' has it all.
- Unlike some of the older primocane (autumn-fruiting) varieties, 'Polka' fruits reliably on this year's wood. That means you can expect a good crop in the year you plant it, unlike summer-fruiting (floricane) raspberries, which fruit on the previous year's growth.
- Expect to see 2.5kg of large, juicy raspberries per plant in a good year, cropping from August right through to October.
- Plant on a sunny spot in rows, with 50cm between canes and tie into supports as they grow. Can even be planted in a large pot (40cm+ in diameter).
- Primocane (autumn-fruiting) variety. Primocane varieties fruit on the current year's growth. In February, cut back all the fruited canes to the ground. New canes will pop up during spring.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Polka' Raspberrys grows exceptionally well in pots; ensure the container is at least 30 cm deep and keep the compost moist.
How big does it get?
The 'Polka' Raspberry Plants produces canes that typically reach a height of 1.5 to 2 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The 'Polka' Raspberry thrives in full sun but can tolerate light shade, though fruit production is best with at least 6 hours of sun.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Polka' Raspberry prefers moist, well-draining, slightly acidic soil, and thrives when planted with a 5 cm layer of organic compost.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Polka' Raspberry Plants requires 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil consistently moist as it has shallow roots.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Polka' Raspberry Plants needs pruning; fruited canes should be cut to the ground after harvest or in late winter depending on the variety.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Polka' raspberry is fully hardy (RHS H6), tolerating severe temperatures down to -20°C. It is an exceptionally reliable autumn-fruiting variety that is perfectly adapted to the British climate and thrives in all regions.
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Mike’s our guy when it comes to growing soft fruits. He’s our grape guru. Our gooseberry genius. Our blueberry boffin. What Mike doesn’t know about soft fruits? Well, it simply isn’t worth knowing. Having traversed the world from Australia to Northern Ireland – and even undertaking a horticultural stint in Sweden – Mike combines his enthusiasm, technical expertise, state-of-the-art facilities and favourable climatic conditions of the Cotswolds to grow only the very juiciest, sweetest soft fruits.
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