Raspberry (Rubus idaeus) SHAKHRAZADA

Raspberry (Rubus idaeus) 'Shakhrazada' (Шахразада)

Highly productive Russian variety with large red fruits.

'Shakhrazada' is a newer Russian raspberry variety bred in Michurinsk. It is valued for its high and regular yield and large fruits that do not drop after ripening. It features strong growth and good frost resistance, making it suitable for most gardens.

Main advantages of the variety:

• High yield (approx. 3 kg per bush).
• Large fruits (3.8 – 6.3 g) with good taste.
• High frost resistance (down to -35 °C).
• Fruits do not drop after ripening.
• Universal usage (excellent for wine and liqueurs).

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Russia (Michurinsk)
• Institution: I. V. Michurin Federal Research Center
• Registration: 2015

Variety Characteristics

Bush

• Growth: Tall, strong, moderately spreading.
• Shoots: Brown to purple-brown. Thorns present (few, soft, along the entire length).
• Leaves: Medium size, intense green, wrinkled.

Fruit

• Size and Weight: Large, averaging 3.8 g (max. 6.3 g).
• Shape and Color: Broad-conical, red color.
• Taste: Good, sweet-sour, with weaker aroma (rating 4.3/5).
• Usage: Universal – fresh consumption, jams, wine, liqueurs.

Resistance and Requirements

• Climate: High frost resistance (down to -35 °C). Moderate resistance to drought and heat.
• Disease resistance: Medium (on par with standard varieties).

Harvest and Storage

• Ripening time: Mid-early.
• Type: Summer bearing (once a year).
• Yield: High (95 c/ha). Fruits do not drop.