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The Rubus idaeus ‘Malling Promise’ is an organic raspberry bush known for its earliness and great generosity. It produces delicious red, juicy, and fragrant raspberries from early summer — a must-have for gourmet gardens.
Ideal for pot or open ground cultivation, this hardy raspberry bush adapts perfectly to urban life: it requires little maintenance and offers an abundant harvest even on a sunny terrace.
Exposure & location
The raspberry bush ‘Malling Promise’ loves light and coolness. Place it in a sunny or slightly shaded spot, in light and well-drained soil.
- Exposure: sun to partial shade.
- Cultivation: perfect in a 25 to 30 cm pot or in open ground.
- Substrate: rich, fresh, and slightly acidic.
- Support: stakes or trellises to guide the stems and facilitate harvesting.
For optimal production, keep several stems and remove those that have fruited after harvest.
Watering & maintenance
- Watering: regular, especially during flowering and fruiting.
- Fertilizer: compost or natural fertilizer in spring to stimulate growth.
- Pruning: after harvest, cut dry canes or those that have borne fruit.
- Special feature: early variety, producing quality fruits from June.
Keep the soil cool by mulching the base: this limits evaporation and enriches the soil.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The ‘Malling Promise’ raspberry fits perfectly into a mini edible garden, alone or combined with other small fruit plants for a tasty and natural terrace.
- To pair with: thornless mulberry, currant, or blueberry for a homemade red fruit assortment.
- Ideal setting: balcony or terrace with an urban natural style.
- Recommended pot: terracotta or recycled fiber, deep and well-drained.
In a container or border, its slender stems and tender green foliage add a charming rustic touch to the space.
Verdeia Tips
- Place it in the sun for sweeter and more fragrant fruits.
- Regularly remove the oldest stems to encourage young shoots.
- In a pot, add a layer of clay pellets at the bottom to prevent stagnant moisture.
An organic fruit plant, productive and easy to care for — perfect for city dwellers who want to grow their own sweet treats.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Rubus idaeus ‘Malling Promise’
- Common name: Organic raspberry
- Origin: Europe
- Pot size: Ø13 cm
- Approximate height: 45 cm
- Adult size: 1.5 to 2 m
- Exposure: sun in partial shade
- Watering: regular
- Care: moderate
- Toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Edible garden / Fruity balcony / Urban nature
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of its foliage naturally change according to the light and throughout the seasons.
Our Verdeia commitments
They embraced nature with Verdeia
Camille, Toulouse“I am amazed by the quality of the plant received! Careful packaging, impeccable foliage, and fast delivery. Thank you Verdeia”
Amandine, Lille“It was my first order and certainly not the last. The selection is varied and the plants radiate health.”
Giulia, Milan“I gave a Verdeia plant to my sister in Milan: perfect packaging and impeccable service. She loved the concept”
FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.
Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.
Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).
Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.
Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.
You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.
If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.
Can I put this plant outside?
It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.
Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.
Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.
However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.
For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.

