By Richard Nordquist. Definition: The use of one object or action (a symbol) to represent or suggest something else. Broadly, the term symbolism may refer to symbolic meaning or the practice of investing things with a symbolic meaning. See also: 1  Metaphor.
Cultivated raspberries are classified as red, black, purple, or yellow. 1  Red raspberries are by far the most common type grown in the United States. 2  Purple raspberries are fairly disease- and insect-resistant, and show some promise for the mountain and piedmont regions of North Carolina. more information...
North Carolina ranks 7th nationally in apple production with a majority being sold to production and juice markets. Primary NC apple varieties are Rome, Golden Delicious and Delicious. Some newer grown varieties include Fuji, Gold Rush, Honecrisp, Jonagold and Pink Lady that are becoming more popular.