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    RUBUS
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    RUBUS

    Commonly known as Bramble, Ornamental bramble

    Genus of 250, or more, species of often prickly or bristly, deciduous or evergreen shrubs and climbers, occasionally herbaceous perennials, found worldwide in a range of habitats from coastal sand dunes to thickets, woodland, forest and mountain slopes.

    Plant Details
    • Good to know
      Grown for flowers, foliage and, in some varieties, attractive winter shoots
    • Place of origin
      Worldwide distribution
    • Deciduous
    • Evergreen
    • Climber
      Some of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging
    • Ground cover
      These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
    • Tall Shrub
    Planting Tips and Care Advice

    Varieties

    RUBUS 'Benenden'
    Single pure white 'dog-rose' flowers, fragrant
     
    2 to 3 Litre
    £15.50
    RUBUS calophyllus
    Bramble
    Beautiful foliage with large ovate leaves which are silvery and silky-haired beneath. Needs a sheltered position
     
    2 to 3 Litre
    £15.50
    Available again FEB 2025
    fresh stock in late winter
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    RUBUS cockburnianus
    Chinese bramble
    Tall growing ornamental bramble with fine grey stems and foliage
     
    2 to 3 Litre
    £15.50
    Available late spring to early summer 2025
    Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
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    RUBUS henryi
    Grows up to 15 feet and flowers from JUN-AUG with edible fruits from AUG-SEPT. Rare and unusual species
     
    2 to 3 Litre
    £18.00
    Unavailable
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    RUBUS lineatus
    Deciduous or semi-evergreen shrub with most attractive leaves which are green above and silvery below. Small red or yellow fruits follow large double white flowers in summer. Few prickles. Prefers a warm sheltered position
     
    3 Litre
    £17.50
    Available late spring to early summer 2025
    Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
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    RUBUS spectabilis 'Olympic Double'
    A striking form with double bright purple-pink flowers
     
    2 to 3 Litre
    £15.50
    Unavailable
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    Useful extras...

    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
    1ltr
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
    Small - 60g sachet
    £3.00
    Medium - 150gm sachet - inc c&p
    £6.00
    Large - 360gram sachet - inc c&p
    £12.00
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g - Free c&p
    £6.50
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