This is a non-native, edible offering. (See special class offer below.)
 
Autumn Bliss is a popular autumn flowering variety that produces flavorful fruits from August until the first frost. It has shorter, stout canes that grow in a more narrow fashion than average, which means they won't need a trellis or support. Flowers bloom on canes that grow that same year. Raspberries are best planted in well-drained, moist, organically rich soils. They benefit from mulch and a spring application of fertilizer. Cut to ground level in winter or late fall (after harvesting). Autumn Bliss is resistant to disease and aphids. 
 
Raspberry plants are self-fertile, but they benefit greatly from the pollinating efforts of honey and solitary bees. Bees are responsible for 90 to 95 percent of pollination, and each flower requires a dizzying number of bee visitations in order to form a perfect fruit. The amount of pollination the flowers receive directly affects the size and number of fruits on a bush. For a detailed explanation of this complex process, visit Gardening Know How: https://tinyurl.com/5n82en46.
 
Plant Characteristics:
Grows 4-5' tall and 1-2' wide.
 
Prefers full sun.
 
Prefers well-drained, moist, rich soils with moderate moisture. 
 
Red fruits appear from August to first frost.
 
Resources:
Nature Hills: https://naturehills.com/products/autumn-bliss-raspberry?_pos=1&_psq=autumn+bliss&_ss=e&_v=1.0
 
Photo is of Kroger raspberries on a bowl of yogurt. It was the best we could do for now! -Patty
 
Columbus Garden School special class offering!
Delicious raspberries and blackberries are the brambles most commonly grown in suburban backyards. Learn the basics in this fun ONLINE class and enjoy a lifetime of delicious, juicy fruit:
 
- Choosing the best varieties for central Ohio/zones 5/6 
- Blackberries vs. raspberries vs. black raspberries - what's the difference?
- Optimal growing conditions
- Soil prep
- Trellising
- Fertilizing
- Pest control
- Pruning: when, how, and WHY
- Weed control
 
Students will receive several PDF handouts before class. Those who attend our online class are welcome to attend our in-person raspberry cane PRUNING DEMONSTRATION WORKSHOP - at no charge - at the Columbus Garden School. (Date TBA)
 
This class is offered on two dates (both are 6:30-8:00 PM):
>> Thurs. Feb. 27 -- OR -- >> Thurs. March 20
 
SPECIAL OFFER: Purchase bare root raspberry plants at Leaves for Wildlife Native Plant Nursery, and save $10 on this class!
 
It's easy - follow these steps:
1) BUY 5 or more raspberry plants from LFW (www.leavesforwildlife.com/shop)
2) RECEIVE a coupon code for a $10 class discount!
3) ENTER the discount code when you register for this class (It must be done in this order. We *will not refund* you $10 if you buy raspberry canes AFTER registering for this class.)
 
INSTRUCTOR: Tisa Watts is the founder of the Columbus Garden School. She’s a landscape designer, educator, and public speaker with 20+ years of professional experience. She has a degree in Horticulture and Landscape Design, and her passion is helping Columbus residents identify the best native plants to restore backyard biodiversity to our neighborhoods!