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Glencoe Thornless Purple Raspberry Plant, Sweet Berry Starter Plug, Compact Fruit Bush (Bare Root)

Name: Glencoe Thornless Purple Raspberry Plant, Sweet Berry Starter Plug, Compact Fruit Bush (Bare Root)
Brand: trigarden
SKU: 4527101935
Price: 34.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.2 (15 reviews)

Price:$34.99

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Glencoe Thornless Purple Raspberry – Live Starter Plant

Grow delicious, unique purple raspberries in your own garden with the highly sought-after Glencoe Raspberry. This exceptional thornless variety was developed by the Scottish Crop Research Institute and is a cross between red and black raspberries, combining the best qualities of both parents into one productive and easy-to-grow plant.

Glencoe produces abundant clusters of beautiful plum-purple berries with a rich, sweet flavor that is perfect for fresh eating, baking, jams, jellies, and desserts. Its compact, bushy growth habit makes it ideal for home gardens, raised beds, and even larger containers.

You will receive:

• 1 Glencoe Raspberry Starter Plug
• Approximately 3–4 Inches Tall
• Shipped Bare Root (No Pot)
• Healthy young plant ready for planting

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Rubus idaeus 'Glencoe'
• Common Name: Glencoe Raspberry
• Plant Type: Fruiting Perennial Cane
• Berry Color: Deep Purple to Plum
• Growth Habit: Compact and Bushy

Growing Information

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
• Sun Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Preference: Moist, Well-Drained Soil
• Water Needs: Moderate
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Pollination: Self-Fertile

Key Features

• Rare thornless raspberry variety
• Produces attractive purple berries
• Sweet, rich flavor
• Easy harvesting with no thorns
• Compact growth habit
• Excellent for home gardens
• High ornamental value
• Suitable for containers and raised beds

Fruit Characteristics

• Beautiful plum-purple berries
• Sweet, dessert-quality flavor
• Excellent for fresh eating
• Great for jams, preserves, and baking
• High yields when established

Perfect For

• Berry Gardens
• Backyard Orchards
• Raised Beds
• Container Gardening
• Edible Landscapes
• Homestead Gardens
• Small Garden Spaces

Planting & Care

• Plant in full sun for best fruit production.
• Provide moist, well-draining soil.
• Water regularly during active growth.
• Apply mulch to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Prune older canes after fruiting to encourage vigorous new growth.

Why Choose Glencoe Raspberry?

Unlike many traditional raspberries, Glencoe offers the convenience of thornless canes combined with unusual purple fruit and exceptional sweetness. Its compact habit makes it easier to manage while still producing generous harvests.

Shipping Information

• Ships as a bare-root starter plug
• Approximate size: 3–4 inches tall
• Carefully packaged for safe transit
• Ready for planting upon arrival

Add this rare and delicious thornless purple raspberry to your fruit garden and enjoy years of homegrown harvests.

Because plants are living items, slight differences in size, shape, and color are natural. If you experience any issues once your order arrives, please message me first so I can assist you promptly. Your satisfaction is important, and I’m always happy to help before any feedback is left. 🌿

Order today to get by Oct 30-Nov 4
Returns & exchanges not accepted
Cost to ship: $4.99
Ships from: Calimesa, CA

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