Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Sweet raspberry bush
FamilyRosaceae
Rubus odoratus, commonly known as the flowering raspberry, is a deciduous shrub with a bushy, spreading habit, valued for its spectacular bloom and ample, maple-like foliage. Native to North America, it is distinguished by its large, slightly fragrant purplish-pink flowers that bloom during the summer and attract pollinators in abundance. Its broad, lobed, light green foliage provides a lush texture to flower beds and naturalistic gardens. Very hardy and vigorous, Rubus odoratus is used for informal hedges, as a privacy screen, or for stabilizing embankments. Its small red fruits, although edible, are primarily favored by wildlife. Easy to grow, it adapts to various soil types and tolerates partial shade, making it an excellent choice for ecological gardens.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSummer
Flower colorPink
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingSmall, dry, slightly sweet, edible red berries
Maximum height1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Maximum width2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rateaverage
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-40°C
