Loganberry / Loganbeere

created by Lennox D. at 07.08.2025

Season Overview

Planting

Harvest

1ST YEAR

FOLLOWING YEARS

Description

The loganberry is a robust berry plant that was created by chance in California from a cross between a raspberry and a blackberry. It combines the fruitiness of the raspberry with the juiciness and size of the blackberry. The fruits are elongated, dark red to purple and have an intense, sour-sweet aroma. The plant grows as a thornless, climbing shrub with strong shoots that require climbing support. It is particularly suitable for gardens with a little space and produces a rich harvest in midsummer, provided it is in a sunny and well-ventilated position. The loganberry is easy to care for, long-lived and bears reliably from the second year of growth.

Non hybrid

Growing tips

Use a climbing aid (e.g. tensioning wires or trellises), as the long canes will otherwise spread out on the ground. Cut back older shoots to the ground after harvesting, as they will not bear fruit again. Tie up young shoots in summer and shape them. Regular thinning prevents diseases and promotes healthy growth. Birds love the fruit - netting protection can be useful. Pay attention to harvest time: Ripe when they are easy to remove but still firm. Overripe berries quickly become mushy.