1 Nova Red Raspberry Bare Root Cane, 2 Year Old Nearly Thornless Plant, Cold Hardy Raspberry, Firm Red Berries

Grow delicious red raspberries with 1 Nova Mid-Season Red Raspberry Bare Root Cane. Developed in Nova Scotia, Canada, Nova is a vigorous, exceptionally winter-hardy variety known for its nearly thornless canes, consistent yields, and firm, bright red berries.

This large, 2-year-old bare root cane is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a cold-hardy raspberry variety. Nova grows in USDA Zones 3–8 and can be grown as a summer-bearing variety in northern regions or as a fall-bearing variety in the South.

What You'll Receive

• 1 large, 2-year-old Nova red raspberry bare root cane

• Cane pruned to approximately 2–4 inches for planting

• Detailed planting, growing, and care instructions

• Free shipping to most locations

Important pruning information: Plants were originally over 5 feet tall. Canes are pruned to approximately 2–4 inches before shipment for proper planting height. The seller reports that pruning encourages buds from the lower cane and roots. The second photo shows the original cane size before pruning, and the third photo shows the pruned bare root cane as shipped.

Nova Raspberry Features

• Berry color: Bright red

• Berry size: Medium

• Berry texture: Very firm

• Flavor: Excellent, slightly tart flavor

• Harvest: Ripens over several months

• Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8

• Canes: Nearly thornless

• Growth: Vigorous

• Yield: Consistently high, according to the seller

• Tolerance: Very winter hardy and heat tolerant

Nova is a disease-tolerant variety that is easy to grow. Its firm berries are suitable for fresh eating and other home uses.

Growing Information

• Plant canes approximately 2–3 feet apart.

• In northern regions, Nova is suitable as a summer-bearing raspberry.

• In southern regions, it can be grown as a fall-bearing variety.

• Fruiting patterns depend on climate and how the plants are managed.

These plants bore fruit last year. The seller reports that they can produce fruit in the fall and in both spring and fall in following years, depending on plant management. Actual fruiting depends on establishment, growing conditions, and care.

Shipping Information

Free shipping to most locations.

• Shipping begins in late November 2026 and continues until sold out.

• Orders of 1–3 canes ship USPS Ground Advantage.

• Larger quantities ship Priority Mail or UPS.

• Larger boxes and shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. territories, and locations considered remote may require a freight surcharge.

• Wholesale pricing is available for larger quantities. Please email or call for details.

• If temperatures are above 89°F or below 20°F, orders will be held until conditions improve.

All plants are inspected for quality before shipment. Shipping damage is rare, but if a plant arrives damaged, please contact us promptly. Include photos of the package and plants so we can help resolve the issue.

Please message us before ordering if you have questions.

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