Raspberry ‘Valentina’ is an unusual and highly attractive raspberry variety producing beautiful apricot-pink berries with a rich, sweet flavour. This summer-fruiting cultivar is prized for its excellent taste, firm fruit, and heavy cropping habit, making it perfect for fresh eating, desserts, jams, and home fruit gardens.
The striking berries stand out from traditional red raspberries and are produced on vigorous upright canes during mid to late summer. ‘Valentina’ is both ornamental and productive, ideal for kitchen gardens, allotments, and container growing in sunny locations.
Key Features
- Unique apricot-pink raspberries
- Sweet, rich flavour with firm texture
- Heavy cropping summer-fruiting variety
- Excellent for fresh eating and desserts
- Vigorous and reliable grower
- Suitable for gardens, allotments, and containers
Growing Information
Raspberry ‘Valentina’ grows best in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Support canes with wires or a frame for easier harvesting and improved airflow. Prune out old fruited canes after harvesting to encourage strong new growth for the following season.
Mature Size
- Height: 1.5–2m
- Spread: 50–100cm
Position
- Full sun
- Sheltered position preferred
- Moist, well-drained fertile soil
