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    Rubus formosensis

    Also Known As

    • Formosan Bramble

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover, vine

    size

    • H: 4'-6'
    • W: 4'-6'

    planting zones

    • 7a-9b

    Rubus formosensis plant details

    Rubus formosensis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen groundcover shrub or vine with green foliage. white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rubus formosensis

    Plant type: groundcover shrub or vine
    Plant family: rosaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rubus formosensis

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    All but unknown in this country, this upright (4-6') unthorned! shrub has handsome large (to 6") lobed foliage whose impressed veins give them a crinkled texture. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Gardening facts about Rubus formosensis plant

    How to Grow Rubus formosensis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Fruit

      • red

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 5'-10'

    Width: 6'-10'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - low
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

    Height: 6'-10'

    Width: 6'-6'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • even moisture - regular
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    aka Raspberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Groundcover

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 1'-2'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
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    aka Ogon Japanese Raspberry

    Plant Type

    Shrub, Groundcover

    Zones

    7a-9b

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 3'-4'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
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    Plant Type

    Perennial, Groundcover

    Zones

    6a-10b

    Size

    Height: 4"-6"

    Width: 2'-4'

    • sun - shade
    • even moisture - regular
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