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RUBUS lineatus
Commonly known as Bramble
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
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Semi-evergreen - Keeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well. - pleated leaves, very attractive when young, mid green above, silvery beneath
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White -
Height - to 3m (10ft) -
Spread - to 3m (10ft)
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Tall Shrub - clump-forming semi-rambler forming a bamboo-like thicket. Red fruit follows white flowers
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Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) - borderline -
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Additional Features - Good to know - - wildlife plant - bees and other insects. A thornless bramble grown for its attractive leaves. Can be pruned to encourage young foliage -
Pests & Diseases - grey mould(Botrytis) may be a problem -
Place of origin - eastern Asia (China to the Himalayas) -
Flower Shape - Double - Multi rows of petals, no stamen showing
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Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -
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Seasonal Interest - Summer -
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Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil - - moderately fertile
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Wildlife - Bee friendly -
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Rubus - Care Guide
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