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Rubus buergeri 'Variegata'

Also Known As

  • Variegated Buerger Bramble

Plant type

groundcover, vine

size

  • H: 1'-10'
  • W: 5'-12'

planting zones

  • 6b-9b

Rubus buergeri 'Variegata' plant details

Rubus buergeri 'Variegata' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover vine with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rubus buergeri 'Variegata'

Plant type: groundcover vine
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 5 FT - 12 FT - wide, 1 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rubus buergeri 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Silver and white mottle the rounded 3-4" leaves of this slowly carpeting groundcover-shrub; originally from Asia, if fruits are produced they'll be 1" and red; a pretty new groundcover alternative. S-PSh/M

Gardening facts about Rubus buergeri 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Rubus buergeri 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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