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Rubus calycinoides (Creeping Raspberry)

Creeping Taiwan Bramble, Crinkle-Leaf Creeper, Yü-Shan Raspberry, Rubus pentalobus, Rubus rolfei

Rubus calycinoides, Creeping Taiwan Bramble, Crinkle-Leaf Creeper, Yü-Shan Raspberry, Rubus pentalobus, Rubus rolfei, Evergreen groundcover

Rubus calycinoides (Creeping Raspberry) is an evergreen groundcover forming a dense carpet adorned with long spreading branches clothed in lustrous, emerald green, thickly textured leaves. Rounded, they have 3-5 broad, ruffled-edged lobes and display felted, whitish undersides. They may turn raspberry-red with the onset of cool fall nights. Small white flowers, reminiscent of strawberry blossoms, are produced sporadically in late spring to early summer and followed by bright golden to salmon fruits which are edible but not highly flavored. Spreading at a moderate rate, Creeping Raspberry makes a durable groundcover with beautiful foliage for sun or partial shade areas. It is an excellent pest-free lawn replacement and takes light foot traffic.

  • Grows up to 9-12 in. tall (22-30 cm) and 5 ft. wide (150 cm). Provide ample room for it to fully develop.
  • A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is best grown in loamy, well-drained soils. Regular watering helps establish this plant. Once established, it only needs occasional watering during dry weather. Drought tolerant and deer resistant.
  • Long runners can be pruned back almost any time of the year.
  • Native to Taiwan.

Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Climate Zones 4, 5, 6, 14, 15, 16, 17
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Rubus
Common names Raspberry
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 9" - 1'
(23cm - 30cm)
Spread 3' - 5'
(90cm - 150cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Drought, Deer
Garden Uses Banks And Slopes, Ground Covers
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Rubus ursinus (California Blackberry)
Rubus canadensis (Smooth Blackberry)
Rubus occidentalis (Black Raspberry)
Rubus odoratus (Flowering Raspberry)
Rubus deliciosus (Delicious Raspberry)
Rubus fruticosus ‘Triple Crown’ (Blackberry)
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 6 - 9
Climate Zones 4, 5, 6, 14, 15, 16, 17
Plant Type Shrubs
Plant Family Rosaceae
Genus Rubus
Common names Raspberry
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 9" - 1'
(23cm - 30cm)
Spread 3' - 5'
(90cm - 150cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low, Average
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Fruit & Berries
Tolerance Drought, Deer
Garden Uses Banks And Slopes, Ground Covers
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Do I Need?
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