Type
fall-bearing, nearly thornless red
Raspberry variety
Joan J Raspberry
Joan J is prized for large berries, strong productivity, and canes with very few thorns. It is convenient to pick and widely liked in home gardens.
Best for
easy picking, heavy fall harvests
About Joan J
Joan J is an everbearing (primocane-fruiting) red raspberry best known for its completely spine-free, thornless canes, which make picking and pruning comfortable. It produces large, firm, sweet, deep red berries in heavy yields and tends to begin its fall crop relatively early. It is a good pick for gardeners who want a productive autumn raspberry that is easy to handle.
Growing Joan J Raspberry
For low-maintenance care, cut all canes to the ground in late winter and harvest a single strong fall crop on the new primocanes. The thornless canes are easy to work with, but still space plants about 2 feet apart and keep rows narrow by removing stray suckers. Provide full sun and light support, and pick every few days once berries color fully and detach with a gentle tug.
Full growing guide
For planting dates, care, and harvest that apply to all raspberries, see the complete guide.
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Variety characteristics are general guidance for US home gardens; performance varies by climate, soil, and season. Seed and plant availability differs by supplier. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.