Meeker Red Raspberry

Meeker Red Raspberry

2 Gallon
$49.99
Sale price  $49.99 Regular price 
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Meeker Red Raspberry

Rubus idaeus 'Meeker'

High-Yielding Commercial Favorite • Intense Classic Flavor • Excellent for Freezing & Preserves

$49.99
Sale price  $49.99 Regular price 
Size2 Gallon

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We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Meeker Red Raspberry is a commercial favorite for good reason—it reliably produces heavy yields of uniform, deep red berries with an intense, rich flavor. For Bay Area gardeners looking for a productive summer workhorse to fill their freezer and pantry, Meeker is a top-performing, vigorous choice.

  • Renowned for high yields of medium-sized, deep red, thimble-shaped berries with a concentrated, sweet-tart raspberry flavor.

  • A summer-bearing (floricane) variety that produces one major, abundant harvest in early summer (June in Zone 9a).

  • Berries are firm, hold their shape well, and have excellent post-harvest quality, making them perfect for fresh markets, freezing, and processing.

  • A vigorous, self-pollinating shrub that forms strong, sturdy canes (with thorns) and establishes a productive patch quickly.

  • Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and benefits from consistent watering during fruit development in our dry season.

  • Pruning is straightforward: After the summer harvest, remove all canes that have fruited to make room for new growth.

Flavor Profile:

  • Flavor: Bold, rich, and balanced with a perfect blend of sweetness and tangy acidity—the quintessential raspberry taste.

  • Texture: Firm, juicy, and packed with flavor.

  • Best Uses: The ultimate berry for preserving, freezing, making outstanding jams and syrups, and for those who love a classic, robust raspberry flavor fresh.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage: Oval, papery, yellow-green leaves with serrated edges.Flowers: Small, white flowers blooming in summer; self-pollinating.Fruit: Produces heavy yields of conical, thimble-shaped, dark red berries with a sweet, rich flavor. Excellent for fresh eating, freezing, and preserves.Habit: Vigorous, dense, deciduous shrub with a thicket-forming growth.
  • Mature Height: 4–8 ft.
  • Mature Width: 4–8 ft.
  • Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Needs: Full sun
  • Key Advantages:Heavy yields of high-quality, flavorful fruit.Excellent for fresh use and processing.Reliable and vigorous grower.Self-pollinating
  • Landscape Uses:.Dedicated fruit garden or berry patch.Thorny barrier (where appropriate)
  • Care Requirements:Pruning: Fruit is produced on second-year canes (floricanes). After harvesting, prune out the canes that have fruited to ground level. In late winter, thin new canes (primocanes) to encourage larger berries.Soil: Prefers rich, well-drained soil.
FAQs
  • Q: Is Meeker the best for making jam?A: Many experienced gardeners and jam makers believe so. Its intense flavor, high pectin content, and good setting qualities make it produce exceptionally flavorful and well-textured jam.
  • Q: How do I manage the thorns?A: Wear long sleeves and sturdy gloves when pruning and harvesting. Keeping the planting row narrow and using a trellis system helps keep canes organized and reduces reaching into thorny thickets.
  • Q: How does its harvest time compare to Canby?A: They are both early summer bearers. Meeker often ripens slightly earlier and has a more concentrated harvest window compared to Canby.

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Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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