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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.
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Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Pinnate, dark green leaves 15-20cm (6-8in) long comprising 5-11 ovate-elliptic to lance-shaped, sharply-toothed leaflets 5-10cm (2-4in) long with long, pointed tips
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CreamCreamy white -
Height1.3m (4½ft) -
Spread85cm (34in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous, suckering shrub with erect or scandent stems. Produces 1 or 2 flowers, to 10cm (4in) across, terminally or from the leaf axils followed by almost spherical bright red fruits to 1cm (½in) across
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Against a wall
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Full sun -
Partial shade
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Additional Features
Good to knowEdible, but insipid, fruits
Pests & DiseasesGrey mould (Botrytis)
Place of originEastern Asia -
Flower ShapeDoubleMulti rows of petals, no stamen showing
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf form
Pinnate(see photos above) -
Leaf margin
Incised
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Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Pruning group
Pruning group 2Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpring
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilModerately fertile
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Wildlife
Bee friendly
Bird friendly
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1.3m (4½ft)
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85cm (34in) |
Buy Varieties of RUBUS
RUBUS 'Benenden'
single pure white 'dog-rose' flowers, fragrant
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS calophyllus
beautiful foliage with large ovate leaves which are silvery and silky-haired beneath. Needs a sheltered position
RUBUS cockburnianus
tall growing ornamental bramble with fine grey stems and foliage
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS cockburnianus 'Goldenvale'
young foliage glowing golden yellow mellowing to lime yellow, small rose-purple flowers. Thrives in all types of soils. Very hardy
RUBUS formosensis
lobed green leaves, yellow-brown on reverse. White flowers followed by orange berries on this excelletn groundcover plant
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS henryi
grows up to 15 feet and flowers from JUN-AUG with edible fruits from AUG-SEPT. Rare and unusual species
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS ichangensis
foot long clusters of small white flowers followed by flavoursome red berries. A rare but attractive species
Gift-wrapping available
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
RUBUS odoratus
vigorous suckering and spreading shrub with palmate velvety leaves, clusters of attractive purplish-pink flowers and edible red fruit. A good plant for semi-shade in a wild garden
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS phoenicolasius
reddish-brown bristly arching canes. Small pale pink flowers and edible red fruit in summer
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS spectabilis 'Olympic Double'
a striking form with double bright purple-pink flowers
RUBUS squarrosus
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
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS thibetanus
leaves silvery grey, flowers purple, fruits black or red
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS tricolor
emerald green foliage covered in red bristles, white flowers and orange-red edible fruits
Gift-wrapping available
RUBUS tricolor 'Betty Ashburner'
hybrid tricolor with shiny green foliage and creamy-white flowers
Gift-wrapping available
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