Huge red raspberries with good flavor and firmness. They are easy to pick with the highest yields of any variety. Himbo Top® is an everbearing producers of red raspberries. Canes are extremely vigorous, and resistant to phytopthora root rot. Originated in Switzerland as a cross between Autum Bliss and Himbo Queen. Patented Rafzaqu variety.
ZONE: 4-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Spring
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 3/4 sun, balanced and regular moisture (especially in early summer), acid to neutral soils. Reduce grass competition in root zone by applying 2-3" layer of wood chips. Apply aged manure under chips yearly. Cut out dead canes after fruiting in summer. In late spring, thin new canes to 6-8 thickest per crown, and trim them or tie them to trellis. Long laterals and almost thornless.
CHILL HOURS: Low: 200-300 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Very good. Resistant to root rot.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 7-8'; long laterals on vigorous canes.