Do these bare root raspberry canes look acceptable?

[DIYNotIan]

Hi all

Sorry for another question so quickly! It's the first time I've bought raspberry canes so - aside from pictures on the net - I had no idea what to expect. I've ordered Chemainus and Polka, both of which looked as I expected....

....but I also ordered some Glen Ample and they look a bit on the measly sickly side! However, being new to all of this and these being my first ever canes, I don't know if they are normal and will be fine when they get going.

I have already planted them out, but being a bit of a stresser I'm wondering whether they will come to anything. If anyone can spare a moment, I'll put up some pics of the worst of the bunch for anyone with more experience than me (not difficult!) to have a look at.

As a side note, do I need to do anything to the canes to help protect them from the approaching cold weather or are they tough and hardy enough?

Many thanks

Max

 

[Deleted2797112]

No-one can say whether they'll come to anything, there are too many variables. I've certainly planted worse looking specimens that survived. Check where you bought them from - most decent websites/nurseries will replace duff stuff. It's too late now but if you plant bare root again, look at how the roots feel - are they dry/crunchy or pliable with a bit of give. Depending on the time of year, you might be able to spot small nodules on the stem, at the base of the stem or on the roots.

They don't need protecting from the weather.

Enjoy your gardening and don't stress about it. It's a constant battle against nature - sometimes she wins, sometimes you win!