These plants ship November through May from Pense Berry Farms in Mountainburg, Arkansas. Orders placed between May 21 and October 31 ship in November and December. Online orders of products from Pense Berry Farms require a $150.00 minimum. For smaller orders, please contact us.
Minimum of 3 plants per order.
Anne Everbearing Yellow Raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Anne')
Key Characteristics
Origin: 'Anne' is an everbearing (primocane-fruiting) yellow raspberry cultivar that originated from a cooperative breeding program involving the University of Maryland, Rutgers University, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and the University of Wisconsin, with the cross made in 1989. It was subsequently selected and evaluated.
Patent Status: 'Anne' Yellow Raspberry was protected by U.S. Plant Patent 10,411, granted on 1998-05-26, under the variety denomination 'Anne', and expired on 2016-04-10. It is considered a public domain variety. It can be freely propagated and distributed.
Berry Production: Produces large, firm, bright yellow berries with a sweet and somewhat mild flavor. The berries are generally conical in shape and are known for their good quality and productivity. It is considered a high-yielding variety.
Ripening Time: As an everbearing variety, 'Anne' produces a late summer/fall crop on the primocanes, typically ripening early to mid-season, often starting in late July or August. In some regions, it may also produce a smaller, earlier crop on floricanes. The primocane crop generally continues until frost.
Plant Size and Appearance: 'Anne' is a vigorous plant with upright canes that can grow to a moderate height. It is generally considered to have good cane strength and may require some support, especially when heavily laden with fruit.
Flowers: Produces typical white raspberry flowers in the spring and summer on both primocanes and floricanes. It is self-pollinating.
Hardiness: Generally hardy in USDA Zones 4 through 8.
Pollination: 'Anne' is self-fertile and does not require a pollinator to set fruit.
Growing Conditions:
Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal fruit production and flavor.
Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Watering: Requires regular and consistent moisture, especially during the growing and fruiting seasons.
Fertilizing: Benefits from appropriate fertilization in early spring and again after the first flush of primocane fruit.
Pruning: For primocane fruiting, cut all canes back to the ground in late winter or early spring. For potential floricane and primocane crops, remove the floricanes after they have fruited in the summer and thin the primocanes as needed.
Uses: The berries are excellent for:
Fresh eating due to their attractive yellow color, large size, and good flavor.
Making jams, jellies, and preserves.
Desserts and baking.
Home gardens and local markets.
Wildlife Value: The flowers attract pollinators, and the berries are a food source for birds.
Ornamental Value: The bright yellow berries provide a unique and attractive visual element in the garden.
Disease and Pest Resistance: 'Anne' is reported to have good resistance to some common raspberry diseases. However, specific resistance levels can vary depending on local conditions. Monitoring for common raspberry pests is recommended.
