Raspberry 'Boyne'

Boyne Raspberry (Rubus idaeus ‘Boyne’) is a mid–season red raspberry developed at the Morden Research Station in Manitoba. In spring it’s cloaked in delicate white blossoms, giving way to firm, bright-red berries with a sweet-tangy flavour. Ripening early and cropping reliably even in cooler climates, it’s ideal for fresh eating, freezing or preserves. Boyne thrives in full sun and rich, well-drained soil, and its sturdy canes simplify harvesting. With excellent cold hardiness and disease resistance, it’s a top choice for home gardens and small orchards in Canada.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Rubus idaeus ‘Boyne’
• Common name: Boyne Raspberry
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 2–7
• Exposure: Full sun
• Soil: Rich, well-drained loam; pH 6.0–6.5
• Height: 1.2–1.5 m (4–5 ft)
• Width: 0.6–0.8 m (2–2.5 ft)
• Foliage: Bluish-green trifoliate leaves, turning red in autumn
• Flower colour: White blossoms in mid-spring
• Fruit: Bright-red raspberries; firm with sweet-tangy flavour; ripens July–August
• Maintenance: Moderate; prune spent canes to ground after fruiting and mulch to conserve moisture
• Advantages: Early cropping; exceptional cold tolerance; disease-resistant; versatile for fresh use or preserves