---
title: Joan J Raspberry Plant
description: The Joan J Raspberry is a thornless everbearing variety that produces
  large, bright red berries that are exceptionally flavorful and easy to pick.
url: https://www.willisorchards.com/product/joan-j-raspberry-plant
type: product
sku: WOC156
botanical_name: Rubus idaeus 'Joan J'
hardiness_zones: 4 - 8
---

# Joan J Raspberry Plant
*Rubus idaeus 'Joan J'*

![Joan J Raspberry Plant](https://www.willisorchards.com/system/products/images/1239/original/joan-j-raspberry-001.webp?1790462092)

Category: [Berry Plants](https://www.willisorchards.com/category/berry-plants) › [Raspberry Plants](https://www.willisorchards.com/category/raspberry-plants)

**Grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 - 8.** See the [zone map](https://www.willisorchards.com/zone-map) to find yours.

## Sizes and prices

| Size | Price | Availability | Ships | Notes |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2 Year Transplant (Fruiting Size) | $14.95 | Pre-order | 12/01/2026 - 04/01/2027 |  |
| 10 Plants (2 Yr.) | $129.95 | Pre-order | 12/01/2026 - 04/01/2027 |  |

## Description

The Joan J Raspberry is a thornless everbearing variety that produces large, bright red berries that are exceptionally flavorful and easy to pick. The fruit is wonderfully firm and desired for fresh eating, jams, jellies and storage. The Joan J Thornless Raspberry is reliable variety for home growers because it has a high resistance to pests and diseases. It yields a heavy crop in the fall and grows well in Aones 4-8.

## Characteristics

| Characteristic | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early August |
| Fruit Color | Bright Red |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
| Pollination | Self Fertile |
| Ripens/Harvest | Mid August through October |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Rich humus sandy loam |
| Soil Moisture | Well-drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0-6.8 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 1-2 Years |
| Mature Width | 2-3 Feet Wide |
| Mature Height | 4-6 Feet Tall |

## More information

Note: Do not plant gold, purple, or yellow raspberries within 75-100 feet of black raspberries. Black raspberries may be more susceptible to viral diseases carried by aphids to and from nearby raspberry plants.

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## How to order

Order online at https://www.willisorchards.com/product/joan-j-raspberry-plant: choose a size and add it to the cart. Or call 1-866-586-6283, Mon–Fri, 8AM–4PM Eastern.

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