Description

The raspberry is a delicate, jewel-toned fruit made up of tiny, juicy drupelets clustered around a hollow core. Known for its melt-in-your-mouth texture, it offers a sophisticated balance of tartness and intense floral sweetness. Whether eaten fresh, baked into tarts, or simmered into jam, it is a true gourmet favorite.

Raspberries are native to Europe and Northern Asia, though wild varieties were also found in North America. Cultivation began in the 4th century by the Romans, who spread the fruit across Europe. In medieval times, the red juice was often used in paintings and manuscripts. It wasn’t until the 18th century that large-scale cultivation turned them into the popular garden staple they are today.

Raspberries are the quintessential summer and early autumn fruit. Summer-bearing varieties peak in June and July, while ever-bearing varieties provide a second, often heavier harvest from late August through October until the first frost.