Rubus spectabilis
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SALMON BERRY
Family: Rosaceae
GROWING GUIDE
Geographic Origin:
Western North America.
Plant Group:
Shrubs.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: Not Listed.
USDA zones: 5-8.
Mature size:
Height: 6 feet (2 m).
Width: 6 feet (2 m).
Flowering period:
Early spring.
Flowering attributes:
Bright purple-pink single flower. 'Olympic Double' has double flowers.
Growth habit:
Forms impenatrable thickets.
Light:
Full sun to light shade.
Soil:
Moist, wet soils.
Propagation Methods:
Greenwood cuttings in summer.
Rainy Side Notes
Important early source of nectar for hummingbirds and fruit for birds. I just wish the birds would leave me a few berries to snack on. 'Olympic Double' is a new addition to my garden and has very showy blossoms.
Debra Teachout-Teashon
Photographed in author's garden.
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