Rubus idaeus ‘Polka’

Name: Rubus idaeus 'Polka'
SKU: 241774
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£18.00

Rubus idaeus ‘Polka’ in a 3 litre pot. Each plant is made up of 10 canes.

Availability: Out of Stock

Summary

Description

Rubus idaeus 'Polka' is a high-yielding summer-fruiting raspberry bush that produces large, juicy, and sweet berries with a slightly tangy taste. This vigorous, upright shrub can grow up to 2 meters tall and can be easily trained onto wires or trellises for support. The fruits ripen from mid-July through to early August and can be harvested easily by hand. 'Polka' is also known for its disease resistance and tolerance to wet soils, making it a popular choice for gardeners looking for a reliable and productive raspberry variety.

Key Facts

Common Name(s):Polka Raspberry Bush
Hardiness:Fully hardy
How big will I get? Rubus idaeus 'Polka' can grow to a height of 2m and a spread of 1m.
Did You Know That:Companion planting with other plants such as garlic, chamomile, or thyme can help to repel pests and improve the health of the raspberry plants?

Plant Calendar

A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	June	July	Aug	Sept	Oct	Nov	Dec
Flowering Time
Foliage Colour

J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D

Care Guide

Soil Requirements

Rubus idaeus 'Polka' is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. This plant is not tolerant of alkaline soil, it requires either a neutral or acidic soil to grow.

Best Position

Rubus idaeus 'Polka' prefers a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.

Maintenance

Rubus idaeus 'Polka' should have all fruited canes removed down to ground level in Autumn. Then select up to eight young canes around 10cm apart and tie them in to some supports. These young canes will then fruit the following year.

Pest, Diseases and Wildlife

Rubus idaeus 'Polka' is generally pest free, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is also known to attract bees and other pollinators. It is not considered to be toxic.