RUBUS henryi

Grows up to 15 feet and flowers from JUN-AUG with edible fruits from AUG-SEPT. Rare and unusual species

Estimated availability autumn 2021 - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.

£20.00 each

Estimated availability autumn 2021

Evergreen
deeply 3-lobed, glossy, dark green leaves to 12cm (5in) long, white-felted beneath.
Shades of pink All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
Height
5m (16ft)
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
Scrambling climber with slender, white-hairy shoots. Produces long racemes of pink flowers 2cm (¾in) across followed by spherical, glossy black fruit 1.5cm (½in) across
Hardy - very cold winter Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
Full sun
Partial shade
Additional Features
Pests & Diseases - grey mould (Botrytis)
Place of origin
western and central China
Flower Shape
Cup-shaped
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Leaf margin
Lobed see photos above
Leaf shape
Lanceolate see photos above
Pruning group
Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.

RHS group 8
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil - moderately fertile.
Wildlife
Bee friendly
Bird friendly