Monrovia Fall Gold Raspberry
Best dual-harvest berry bush for home gardeners seeking sweet yellow fruit.
These golden berries offer a sophisticated, honeyed sweetness that puts standard red raspberries to shame. You get the rare luxury of two harvests per year, though you will need to stay diligent with pruning to keep this productive bush from becoming a tangled mess.
$27.99
at
Armstrong Garden Centers (Shop)
Who it's for
- Gourmet gardeners seeking superior, complex berry flavors
- Home cooks wanting fresh fruit harvests late into autumn
- Landscape designers looking for unique, visually striking garden accents
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners avoiding regular pruning and trellising tasks
- Market growers needing fruit with long shelf life
- Busy gardeners unable to manage netting and pest protection
Performance breakdown
Yield Frequency
Dual harvest cycles maximize productivity throughout the growing season.
Flavor Profile
Exceptionally sweet yellow berries offer a unique twist on traditional raspberries.
Ease of Cultivation
Self-fertile nature removes the need for complex cross-pollination setups.
Hardiness Range
Robust zone 3 rating ensures survival in harsh northern climates.
Landscape Versatility
Compact size fits perfectly into borders or dedicated kitchen gardens.
Maintenance Effort
Regular pruning and consistent moisture are required for optimal fruit production.
Key Specs
Mature Height
4 feet
Mature Width
3 feet
Light Needs
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Green
Bloom Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Hardiness Zone
3
Water Needs
Average to Moist
Plant Type
Raspberry
Foliage Type
Deciduous
Growth Rate
Moderate
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