5. When to Plant
Raspberry plants are best put in the ground during spring or fall just before the change of the season where they have an opportunity to thrive with the rest of the garden – and this ensures that you’ll be able to harvest raspberries in time. There’s no difference in the planting time whether you’re planting from cuttings or seeds.
Ideally, they should be planted in such a way that the roots are given enough space to grow, although also in such a way that the roots are insulated from the cold.
If there’s one thing disastrous to berry plants, it’s early morning cold – and if you live in an area that gets frost through some parts of the year, insulation is key. Never plant in winter, and use an appropriate tarp to cover your plants against the morning cold when frost starts to peek out.
Where raspberry plants get too much sun, a tarp (or shadow netting) can also help to protect your plants.