Rubus odoratus

flowering raspberry

While just as edible as other raspberries and blackberries, this species can be ornamental too. The flowers are large, deeply colored, showy, and attract a multitude of native bees. Expect this to grow fast and flower long! Excellent for erosion control.

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Height: 3-5 ft
Spread: 4-6 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-6


Bloom Color: Purple

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
Ecoregion
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Fruit
• Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Pollinator Powerhouse Plant
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Host Plant
• Attracts Songbirds
• Attracts Bees
Tolerance
• Urban Environment
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
• Fragrant
• Low Maintenance
• Edible
• Erosion Control/Soil Stabilization
Landscape Use
• Groundcover
• Naturalize
• Hedge/screening
• Massing
• Rain Garden
• Specimen
Attractive Fall Foliage and/or Ornamental Fruit
• Red Fruit
Growth Habit
• Spreading/Suckering


North American Distribution


flowering raspberry - Rubus odoratus from Native Plant Trust
flowering raspberry - Rubus odoratus from Native Plant Trust