Raspberry Autumn Bliss

Raspberry ‘Autumn Bliss’ is a classic autumn-fruiting raspberry valued for its reliable harvests and sweet, richly flavoured berries late in the season. It produces generous crops when many summer fruits are finishing, making it ideal for extending the harvest in kitchen gardens and allotments. The berries are excellent eaten fresh and also perfect for desserts, jams, and freezing. This variety is a dependable choice for beginners because it’s straightforward to prune and keeps producing year after year.

The canes typically grow to a height of 120 cm (47 inches) and produce heavy crops of raspberries from late summer into autumn. Plant in a sunny to lightly shaded position in fertile, well-drained soil and add compost before planting to support strong growth; keep plants evenly watered during flowering and fruiting for the best berry size. Support canes with wires or a simple trellis to keep them upright and improve airflow, then mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. For easy care, cut all canes down to ground level in late winter (or very early spring) to encourage a fresh flush of fruiting canes for the next season.

• Plant species: Rubus idaeus (raspberry), cultivar ‘Autumn Bliss’
• Height: 120 cm
• Fruit size: Medium to large (may vary with growing conditions)
• Fruit color: Red (shade may vary with maturity)
• Harvest period: Late summer to autumn (varies by climate)