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  • RUBUS squarrosus
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    RUBUS squarrosus

    Commonly known as Leafless lawyer

    A very odd plant which forms a tangled mess of stems with ivory-white prickles. Yellowish flowers in summer but seldom fruits. A good plant to deter cats or burglars
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    2 to 3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available again from August 2025
    £15.50 each 
    MULTIBUY SAVING
    Any 3+ for £13.00 each
    Available again from August 2025 -
     
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Trouble free
    • Place of origin
      New Zealand
    • Evergreen
    • Australian / New Zealand
    • Border
      Suitable for a large shrub border
    • Patio / pot plants
    • Fully hardy
    • Height
      50cm (20in)
    • Spread
      1m (39in))
    • Medium shrub
      Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
      Forms a mound of tangled stems. Flowers may be produced in panicles to 15cm (6in) long
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • 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)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
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    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Moderately fertile
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
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    Useful extras...

    Vermin & Pest Control
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    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.
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