The first crossed raspberry. This is an heirloom June-bearing variety that has been grown for decades but is a cross between a black and a red raspberry. The result is a ruby-purple red raspberry. this variety is unsurpassed for jam, jelly, and pies due to the tart, flavor-packed flavor. The fruit yields are impressive and the plants are hardy to zone 3. Also known for staying put and not spreading like other raspberry varieties.