There's something happening in the compact raspberry segment: two remarkable new additions are setting new standards. Discover Lowberry® Ruby Best® and Lowberry® Ruby Fall® – two varieties that impress not only with their exceptional growth, but above all with their perfectly coordinated ripening behaviour. Together, they provide continuous harvesting pleasure from early summer until well into autumn.
Two varieties, one goal: quality and enjoyment
Raspberries come in a wide variety of colours: yellow, apricot, deep red, purple and even black – each variety has its own unique characteristics. But Ruby Best® and Ruby Fall® stand out from the crowd. Not just because of their colour, but also because of their unusually compact habit and consistently thornless appearance.
Both varieties are a highlight both visually and horticulturally: their very short internodes mean they grow bushy and compact. Ruby Best® remains particularly low at a maximum height of 60 cm, while Ruby Fall® is slightly taller but still clearly in the compact segment. This habit makes them not only attractive to the eye, but also ideal for growing in small areas, for growing in pots on balconies or terraces, or in urban snack gardens.
Two characters, one perfect team
Although they look similar, the decisive difference lies in the fruiting type and ripening behaviour – and that is exactly what makes them an ideal duo:
Ruby Best® is a classic floricane raspberry. The fruits appear on the previous year's canes, with the first ripe fruits available from the end of June.
Ruby Fall®, on the other hand, is an primocane raspberry that fruits on the annual shoots – from mid/late July until September.
This perfectly coordinated interplay ensures a seamless transition in the harvest season: when Ruby Best® produces its last fruits, Ruby Fall® really starts to take off.
Those who plant both varieties together benefit from a long harvest period and a consistent supply of fresh, aromatic berries.
The raspberry dream team at a glance
Now that you know why and how both varieties complement each other perfectly, let us introduce you to our new dream couple.
Lowberry® Ruby Best®
Advantages of Lowberry® Ruby Best®
- Compact growth – max. 60 cm high
- Completely thornless
- Floricane raspberry
- Red & fruity
Short description of Lowberry® Ruby Best®
Growth: compact floricane raspberry with a final height of only 60 cm, densely leafed shoots due to short internodes
Ripening/harvest: pure floricane raspberry, fruits ripen from late June to mid-July and are therefore relatively late
Fruits: medium-sized fruits with a broad conical shape, not too pointed and therefore easy to harvest, the fruits have a beautiful dark red, matt colour
Flavour: good flavour, refreshingly sweet and sour with a good aroma
Lowberry® Ruby Fall®
Advantages of Lowberry® Ruby Fall®
- Completely thornless
- Primocane raspberry
- Compact growth thanks to short internodes
- Fruity & sweet
Short description of Lowberry® Ruby Fall®
Growth: compact primocane raspberry with short internodes, grows slightly taller than Ruby Best®
Ripening/harvest: early primocane raspberry, first fruits ripen in the second half of July, ripening continues into September
Fruit: medium-sized, attractive fruit, dark red with a slight but noticeable sheen, attractive presentation of fruit at the end of the shoot
Flavour: fruity and aromatic, pleasantly sweet with only a hint of acidity
Conclusion: A plant duo with potential
Ruby Best® and Ruby Fall® will bring variety to your assortment: two varieties that stand out thanks to their compact growth habit, attractive appearance and long harvest period.
Our tip: rely on the harmonious interplay of these varieties and create a seasonal taste experience for your customers – from June to September.
