Rubus calycinoides
Ornamental Raspberry or Crinkled Creeper
An irresistable quilt textured creeping groundcover. Turns deep, vivid red in the fall. Small ( 1-1.5" ) deep green, maple shaped leaves, with smooth light tan undersides. Nearly evergreen, insect and pest free. White flowers with amber fruits in late spring. Very durable!
Height6-12 Inches |
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Spread18-24 Inches |
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WhiteUSDA Hardiness Zone 6-9
Interesting Notes
Easily grown in a good well-drained loamy soil in sun or semi-shade. Succeeds in deep shade. This name is invalid, the plant is probably a form of R. pentalobus. Hayata. Plants are evergreen in most climates but they can lose their leaves in severe winters. Occasionally cultivated for its edible fruit, there are some named varieties. Future PlantsGrowing and Maintenance Tips
R. calycinoides can be found creeping in the grasslands and thickets of Taiwan. Grow in full sun average to dry soil with good drainage. Water well on planting and regularly until established. Drought tolerant.Propagate by cutting away rooted stems or layering in early spring and fall. Excellent groundcover, container plant or rambling wall or hillside specimen.
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