Raspberry Red Tulameen

🌿 Description

Tulameen is a premium red raspberry variety known for its large, sweet, bright red berries and excellent flavour.

• Type: Floricane (summer-fruiting)
• Fruit Size: Very large
• Taste: Sweet, low acidity
• Colour: Bright glossy red
• Harvest Time: Late spring to summer (in Perth conditions)
• Growth Habit: Upright canes, vigorous growth

It is one of the most popular commercial raspberry varieties due to its high-quality fruit.

⭐ Why Choose Tulameen Raspberry?

✅ Large attractive berries

✅ Excellent sweet flavour

✅ Great for fresh eating

✅ Ideal for jams & desserts

✅ High market demand

Perfect for home gardeners and small fruit sellers in Perth.

🌞 How to Grow Tulameen Raspberry in Perth

Perth has hot, dry summers, so raspberries need extra care compared to cooler climates.

🌱 Planting Time

• Best planted in late winter to early spring (July–September)
• Plant while dormant for best establishment

☀ Sunlight

• Full sun (morning sun preferred)
• Protect from extreme afternoon heat

🌿 Soil Requirements

• Well-draining soil
• Rich in organic matter
• Slightly acidic pH (5.5–6.5)
• Add compost before planting

💧 Watering (Very Important in Perth)

• Keep soil consistently moist
• Mulch heavily to retain moisture
• Increase watering during heatwaves
• Avoid waterlogging

Raspberries do not tolerate dry soil.

🌳 Support & Pruning

Tulameen produces fruit on second-year canes (floricanes).

Pruning Guide:

• After fruiting, remove old canes
• Keep strong new canes for next season
• Use trellis support for better airflow

❄ Winter Care in Perth

• Canes become dormant
• Light prune and mulch
• Apply compost in early spring

🍓 Uses of Tulameen Raspberry

🍰 Fresh Eating

Large, sweet berries perfect for snacking.

🥧 Desserts

Cakes, pavlova, tarts, smoothies.

🍯 Preserves

Jam, sauces, syrups.