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Rubus cockburnianus
white-stemmed bramble
A thicket-forming, ornamental shrub that produces a succession of purple flowers throughout the summer followed by unpalatable fruit. It is a...
2 litre pot
available to order from autumn
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Plant description
A thicket-forming, ornamental shrub that produces a succession of purple flowers throughout the summer followed by unpalatable fruit. It is a valuable plant for adding winter interest to the garden after it has shed its leaves.
The arching, thorny stems develop a glowing white bloom in winter and flowering raspberry is perfect for a sunny wildlife garden or woodland edge.
The arching, thorny stems develop a glowing white bloom in winter and flowering raspberry is perfect for a sunny wildlife garden or woodland edge.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Rubus cockburnianus:
Plant in moist, well-drained soil in full sun, allowing space for its spreading habit. While adaptable, it thrives in fertile, humus-rich soil, benefiting from regular watering during dry spells to establish strong growth.
In March put on some thorn-proof gloves and cut back the stems to within two or three buds from the base. After pruning apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant.
In March put on some thorn-proof gloves and cut back the stems to within two or three buds from the base. After pruning apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant.
Please note:
This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
