Nantahala
Red Raspberry
| Cultivar Name | Nantahala |
|---|---|
| Patent Number | 20,689 |
| Patent Owner | North Carolina State University |
| Berry Size | Medium to large |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Thorns Present? | Yes |
| Ripening Season | Mid-September to frost Later than most primocanes |
| Chilling Hours | N/A |
| Zone | Zones 5-8 Mountains of NC & adjacent states |
| Notes | Primocane fruiting Appearance rated superior to ‘Caroline’ and ‘Heritage’ Dark red, firm berries with smaller seeds than ‘Heritage’ Yields are moderate and consistent Can be consumed fresh or used for processing |
