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Can You Grow Raspberry in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Won't grow here

Raspberries actually prefer cold winters and can struggle in very warm zones.

Plant zones

3a–9a

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Raspberry

Raspberries are productive cane fruits that spread readily — give them space and support.

Plant bare-root canes in early spring or fall. Install posts and wires for support. Summer-bearing varieties fruit on second-year canes; everbearing varieties fruit on first-year tips in fall.

Full raspberry growing guide →

Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

See what grows well in Northwest Territories →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Raspberry in Northwest Territories?

Raspberries actually prefer cold winters and can struggle in very warm zones.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Raspberries in Northwest Territories?

See the planting guide for Raspberry — timing depends on your exact frost date.