Encore Raspberry Plants (1-Year-Old Bare Root) | Late-Season Red Raspberry Variety | Large Sweet Berries | Cold Hardy & Disease Resistant | Zones 4–7 | Hand Picked Nursery

Extend your raspberry harvest with Encore Raspberry Plants, one of the latest-producing summer raspberry varieties available. Known for its large, sweet, and firm red berries, Encore produces abundant harvests when many other raspberry varieties have already finished fruiting, making it an excellent choice for gardeners looking to enjoy fresh raspberries later into the season.

Our 1-year-old bare root Encore Raspberry Plants are carefully grown and selected for strong establishment and vigorous growth. These healthy bare root canes quickly develop into productive plants, providing dependable harvests year after year with proper care.

Encore raspberries are prized for their exceptional fruit quality. The berries are large, bright red, and richly flavored with the perfect balance of sweetness and classic raspberry taste. Their firm texture makes them ideal for fresh eating, baking, freezing, jams, and preserves.

This variety grows on sturdy, upright canes that require minimal support compared to many other raspberry varieties. Its vigorous growth habit, excellent cold hardiness, and strong disease resistance make Encore a reliable performer in home gardens and small berry patches throughout USDA Zones 4–7.

In spring, plants produce attractive green foliage and develop healthy fruiting canes that deliver generous yields during mid-to-late summer. The extended harvest season helps maximize production and provides fresh berries long after earlier varieties have completed their crop.

At Hand Picked Nursery, we carefully select healthy bare root raspberry plants with strong root systems to help ensure successful establishment and long-term productivity in your garden.

Key Features

• Late-Season Variety – Produces fruit later than many raspberry varieties, extending the harvest season.
• Large Sweet Red Berries – Firm, flavorful berries perfect for fresh eating, baking, freezing, and preserves.
• 1-Year-Old Bare Root Canes – Healthy plants ready for strong establishment and vigorous growth.
• Cold Hardy & Disease Resistant – Performs reliably in cooler climates and offers excellent garden performance.
• Productive Upright Growth Habit – Strong canes require minimal support and produce dependable yields.
• Hand Picked Nursery Quality – Carefully grown and selected for healthy roots and long-term success.

Planting & Growing Information

• Hardiness Zones: 4–7
• Sunlight: Full Sun (minimum 6 hours daily)
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–6.5
• Spacing: 2–3 feet apart in rows spaced 6–8 feet apart
• Watering: 1–1.5 inches of water per week
• Mulching: Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Trellising: Recommended for optimal airflow and easier harvesting

Harvest Period

Mid to late summer (July–August, depending on growing region)

Special Offer

BUY 4 SETS, GET YOUR 5TH SET FREE!

Offer applies to any raspberry variety as long as the quantity purchased is the same. If you would like a specific variety as your free bundle, please leave a note at checkout.