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    RUBUS formosensis
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    RUBUS formosensis

    Commonly known as Formosan bramble, Formosan raspberry

    Lobed green leaves, yellow-brown on reverse. White flowers followed by orange berries on this excellent groundcover plant
     
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Trouble free
    • Place of origin
      Northern Taiwan
    • Evergreen
      leaves to 15cm (6in) long with attractive veining and crinkled texture
    • Woodland garden
      Woodland margin
    • Fully hardy
    • Palmate
    • Height
      1.2m (4ft)
    • Spread
      Indefinite
    • Ground cover
      These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
      Thornless, scandent shrub with arching stems and soft felted new growth. Produces clusters of nodding flowers followed by edible orange fruits ripening red
    • Pruning group 7
      Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that flower on previous year's growth in Spring, or current year's growth in late Summer/Autumn.
      Action: Cut back flowered shoots to within 1 inch of previous year's growth.
      When: Annually after flowering or in Spring if flowering on current year's growth.

    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • Full shade
      Shelter from cold, dry winds
    • Partial shade
    • Bee friendly
    • Bird friendly
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