leaving unpacked raspberry canes in shed

got delivered 12 joan j from kinda a month a go, and  left them in allotment shed since then. and with the thought of heal them to soil before make the patch ready and actal planting..I opened  the pack. but thinking I might harm the roots while replant, dropped the idea and loosely pack them again and left in shed again.


The patch is almost ready (still some couch roots to get rid of here and there) but can plant them in a week time.

 I want to plant them in 2 rows from one edge to centre of the plot width. can any one suggest me planting instructions.

That is great info MS, the roots look good, and tied tem back to the pack leaving the twigs out. shall I use horse menure while planting? I have added plenty compost and soil conditioner compost though so far.

okie, surface mulch only! it is good that I have asked, otherwise planning to dig it in..