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Rubus illecebrosus

Also Known As

  • Bramble

Plant type

shrub, groundcover

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Rubus illecebrosus plant details

Rubus illecebrosus is a broadleaf deciduous groundcover shrub with 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 - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rubus illecebrosus

Plant type: groundcover shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rubus illecebrosus

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Huge (1"+) brightly ornamental (though somewhat insipid in taste) strawberry like fruits following large (2") white flowers make this 2-3' creeping subshrub an attractive addition to the shrub border. S/M

Gardening facts about Rubus illecebrosus plant

How to Grow Rubus illecebrosus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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