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Rubus ichangensis

Also Known As

  • Ichang Bramble

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 3'-10'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Rubus ichangensis plant details

Rubus ichangensis is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or shrub with green and red foliage. In spring 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 ichangensis

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green and red
Mature size: 3 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: culinary, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rubus ichangensis

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clusters to 12" long! small white flowers are followed by ?flavorsome? bright-red berries on this large, prickly-branched, bold-leaved shrub. S/M

Gardening facts about Rubus ichangensis plant

How to Grow Rubus ichangensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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