Loganberry Waimate

White flowers appear in spring, followed by large dusky purple-red berries with an excellent aromatic flavour. Loganberry Waimate is moderately vigorous. It is self-fertile and pollinated by insects and bees. Loganberry Waimate is a cross between a Raspberry and a Blackberry, growing New Zealand wide.

Loganberry Waimate should be ready for harvesting over December and January. The best way to have the loganberry is to eat fresh, straight from the plant. Or chilled for later use in desserts, a refreshing drink, or added to a fresh summer salad or a bowl of ice-cream. The berries are ready when easily removed. Loganberry Waimate is high in Vitamin C, A, and E, flavonoids, and a good source of essential fatty acids.

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Plant in full sun and protect from wind (including salty sea winds). Plant in a well-drained position with good moisture content and high in organic matter, as this will see the plant thrive. (Mulch annually in spring). Like any deciduous fruiting plant, they benefit from Copper and Oil sprays during winter to help keep the plant healthy and disease-free.

Pruning all brambles involves tying up strong canes produced in spring and summer and removing thin, weak, and wandering canes. In late summer - early autumn, remove 10cm of the terminal growth of the canes. This will initiate the production of fruiting spurs. Remove fruited canes from the soil base in autumn (or winter in cooler, dryer areas).