Raspberry Varieties at Coop's Croft
We Grow Raspberries in Pennsville
Coop’s Croft is delighted to present a tempting selection of locally grown raspberry varieties, each contributing its unique flavor and characteristics to enhance your berry-eating experience.
Explore the delicious diversity of raspberries at Coop’s Croft, including:
- Fall Gold Raspberries: These golden raspberries offer a sweet and mild flavor, distinct from traditional red raspberries. Fall Gold raspberries are known for their unique color and delightful taste, making them a versatile choice for fresh eating and culinary creations.
- Latham Red Raspberries: Renowned for their classic red hue and sweet-tart flavor, Latham Red raspberries are a favorite for fresh consumption. Their plump and juicy berries are perfect for snacking, desserts, and adding a burst of flavor to various dishes.
- Jewel Raspberries: With a rich and intense flavor, Jewel raspberries are prized for their deep red color and delightful sweetness. These berries are ideal for fresh eating, making jams, or incorporating into desserts for a burst of raspberry goodness.
Flourishing in the nutrient soils of Pennsville, New Jersey, these raspberry varieties at Coop’s Croft contribute to the richness and sweetness of our community-supported berry patch.
Our Raspberry Varieties
Fall Gold Raspberries
Jewel Raspberries
Latham Red Raspberries
Harvesting
As the seasons progress, each raspberry variety at Coop’s Croft is carefully tended to ensure optimal growth, promising a harvest of delectable and plump berries.
Raspberry Facts
- A raspberry is made up of many tiny bead-like fruits called “drupelets” clustered around a core. Each drupelet contains one seed, and an average raspberry has 100 to 120 seeds.
- The root system of raspberries is perennial, but each shoot is biennial, and survives for 2 years, (producing the fruit in the second year).
- Unlike many other fruits, unripe raspberries do not ripen after they are picked!
- Raspberries are a leading source of “ellagic acid”, which helps protect the body from cancer.
- Raspberries rank in the top 10 antioxidant-high fruits and vegetables.
- In 2022, Russia produced the most raspberries in the world, with 212,300 tonnes, followed by Mexico and Serbia. Other major producers include Poland and the United States.
- As of 2022, Mexico is the main supplier of raspberries to the United States, accounting for more than 99% of total imports. Most of these raspberries are imported between October and May.
- According to BreedingValue, raspberries were first gathered by the people of Troy in the 1st century BC. The Roman agriculturist Palladius recorded the domestication of raspberries in the 4th century AD.
- The American red raspberry is a native North American species that grows across northern Europe to northwestern Asia.
- Raspberries are native to Asia and arrived in North America by prehistoric people. Evidence suggests that early cave-dwelling humans ate raspberries.
Becoming a Coop's Croft Garden Member
By choosing Coop’s Croft for your raspberry delights, you support a commitment to fruit excellence, variety, and the joy of experiencing the unique flavors of each raspberry type. Whether you prefer the golden sweetness of Fall Gold, the classic appeal of Latham Red, or the intense flavor of Jewel, our raspberry selection offers a delightful addition to your berry-picking experience.
Join us in savoring the distinctive qualities of Fall Gold, Latham Red, and Jewel raspberries, grown with care and dedication to quality.
