The only difference is color. These types have a spreading root system and form suckers. Black raspberries have a different growth habit than the red, forming a clump. They tend to be more disease-prone and should never be planted with the other brambles because of this failing. According to Rindel, the black are sweeter and, depending on how they are grown, larger.
Plant raspberries in spring in full sun with adequate moisture and wind protection.
Prepare the soil well and plant in holes about 2 inches deeper than they were at the nursery. Prune the canes to within 6 inches of the ground. Cultivate often to keep weeds and grass away. A trellis or a wire system supports the plants, which tend to be top-heavy, and gives extra protection from wind. Harvest the berries when they are dry and when they fall easily off the plant.