Here’s what I discovered—and what you might check—so you can track it down with some confidence.
What I found
- There is a species known as Rubus niveus (commonly “hill raspberry” or “Mysore raspberry”) native to parts of southern and eastern Asia. (Wikipedia)
- For commercially grown raspberries (red, black, yellow), numerous cultivars exist with detailed documentation—but none under the exact “Hillhaven” name (in my search) appeared.
- It is possible “Hillhaven Raspberry” might be:
- A misspelling (for example “Hillhaven” instead of “Hill-haven” or “Hill‐heaven”),
- A local marketing name for a raspberry cultivar,
- OR a name used by a small nursery/brand not yet in widely indexed horticultural databases.
What you’ll want to check to clarify
- Source/Label of the Plant It helps to go back to where you heard or purchased it—nursery label, seed catalogue, local gardener. See exact spelling, any growing notes, origin.
- Scientific / Cultivar Name Ask for the botanical (Latin) name: genus Rubus, species (often idaeus, occidentalis, niveus), and cultivar name (in single quotes). That helps avoid confusion.
- Growing Zones & Region If you are in Pakistan (Punjab region), check how the cultivar performs in your climate (heat, humidity, seasons). Many raspberry cultivars prefer temperate climates.
- Characteristics & Performance What does the plant look like: leaf shape, cane type (summer-bearing vs everbearing), fruit colour, size, flavour, harvest time. Matching these helps identify if it's a known cultivar under a different name.
- Documentation / Publication Search horticultural journals, nursery catalogues, local extension services in Pakistan/India for “Hillhaven Raspberry” or similar sounding names.
Why this matters
Choosing the right raspberry cultivar (with confirmed identity) is important for several reasons:
- Suitability to your climate: many raspberry cultivars need chill hours or specific seasonality.
- Disease resistance and productivity: known cultivars often have tested performance.
- Harvest schedule & uses: whether fresh eating, preserving, freezing.
- Propagation & care: growth habit, pruning needs, support/trellising.
Suggested next steps if you want to grow it
- raspberry hills hoodie Try to locate the exact plant source (nursery or seed vendor) and ask for full details.
- If uncertain, compare the plant you have with standard raspberry cultivars available in your region (look at local agricultural extension sources).
- Trial it on a small scale: plant a few canes, monitor fruiting, taste, and yield before committing large area.
- Ensure good growing conditions: well-drained soil, sun exposure, cane support, control of pests/diseases.