Mac Black Raspberry Plug Plants – Late-Season Variety | Sweet, Firm Berries | Cold Hardy, High Yield, Non-GMO | Hand Picked Nursery
Mac Black Raspberry Plug Plants – Late-Season Variety for Sweet, Firm, Flavorful Berries
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Extend your berry harvest into late summer with Mac Black Raspberry Plug Plants — a dependable, late-season variety known for its rich flavor, firm texture, and vigorous growth. Ripening after Jewel and Bristol, Mac Black is the perfect addition for gardeners who want to enjoy fresh, flavorful raspberries well after other varieties have finished producing.
This productive variety delivers deep black, sweet-tart berries ideal for fresh snacking, desserts, jams, and freezing. Its sturdy, upright canes are easy to manage, making Mac Black a favorite among both home gardeners and small farms. Strong disease resistance and cold hardiness ensure reliable performance year after year.
Each 1-year-old bare root plug ships dormant and ready to plant, establishing quickly for long-term success in USDA Zones 5–8.
Why Grow Mac Black Raspberry Plug Plants?
- Late-Season Variety: Ripens after Jewel and Bristol for an extended harvest window.
- Sweet, Firm Black Berries: Excellent flavor and texture for fresh eating or preserves.
- Cold Hardy & Disease Resistant: Thrives in USDA Zones 5–8 with minimal maintenance.
- High-Yielding & Vigorous: Produces reliable crops of premium-quality berries.
- Plug Plants: Shipped as 1-year-old dormant plugs for faster establishment and growth.
Planting & Care Instructions
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–8
- Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours per day)
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil with pH 6.0–6.5
- Spacing: 2–3 ft between plants; 6–8 ft between rows
- Watering: About 1 inch of water weekly; keep soil evenly moist
- Mulching: Apply organic mulch to conserve moisture and control weeds
- Trellising: Recommended for upright growth and improved airflow
Pruning & Maintenance
- After Harvest: Remove old fruiting canes (floricanes) to encourage new growth.
- During Growing Season: Tip new primocanes to promote branching and higher yields.
Harvest Time
Mid-to-late summer (July–August, depending on region) — enjoy sweet, firm black raspberries perfect for eating fresh, preserving, or freezing.
Mac Black Raspberry Plug Plants are an excellent choice for gardeners seeking late-season, cold-hardy raspberries with superior flavor and texture. Grown with care at Hand Picked Nursery, these Non-GMO plugs guarantee strong growth and years of delicious harvests.