Rubus 'Betty Ashburner'

Also Known As

Rubus tricolor 'Betty Ashburner'
Groundcover Creeper
Ornamental Bramble

Plant type

groundcover

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 5'-20'

planting zones

7a-9b

Rubus 'Betty Ashburner' plant details

Rubus 'Betty Ashburner' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover with bronze and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rubus 'Betty Ashburner'

Plant type: groundcover
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 5 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rubus 'Betty Ashburner'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: erosion
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This new hybrid between Rubus tricolor (mounding Himalayan groundcover) and R. calycinoides (Formosan creeper) gives good uniform cover anywhere; compact but vigorous with dark-green (bronzy in winter and white underneath) leaves. S-PSh/M