Raspberry Glen Ample

A mid-season variety of Summer-fruiting raspberry, Raspberry Glen Ample is a newer variety bred at the Scottish Crop Research Institute. The berries are very large, sweet, fleshy and light red, with an excellent flavour; delicious fresh, but also particularly recommended for freezing. A very heavy cropper, it produces over a long period, often over a month. Upright habit, making it a good choice for smaller gardens. Its spine-free canes make picking easier. Resistant to the main aphid virus vectors. Needs good soil and a warm position – less reliable in colder areas. Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Site: Sheltered, warm
Soil: Well-drained, fertile, moisture-retentive soil
Position: Crops best in full sun
Pick: Early to late July
Keep: A few days in the fridge; freeze well
Hardiness: Hardy
Pollination: Self-fertile
Uses: Eating, cooking, preserving, freezing
Height: 5-8’ (1.5-2.5m) 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.