Raspberry Malling Leo

A very popular late variety that produces large fruit with excellent flavour. It can be difficult to establish and should be planted closer than normal. Raspberry Malling Leo was bred in Kent and is renowned for its flavour, firmness and superb aromatic flavour. Delicious eaten fresh from the bush, it also freezes well. Good resistance to disease.

Site: Sheltered
Soil: Any reasonably well-drained soil
Position: Crops best in full sun
Pick: July - Early August
Keep: A few days in the fridge; freeze well
Hardiness: Hardy
Pollination: Self-fertile
Uses: Eating, cooking, preserving
Height: 5-6’ (1.5-2m) Spread: 4-20” (10-50cm)

You can learn more about how to plant and care for raspberries and starting with fruit in our advice section and on our resources page.