Rubus phoenicolasius - 50-60 CM C1.5

Description
Attention! The species Rubus phoenicolasius is categorised as an invasive species in Switzerland and may not be traded, planted or otherwise spread there. The Wineberry (Rubus phoenicolasius) produces orange-red, soft and juicy fruits. They are round and have an aromatic, sweet and sour flavour. Well-drained, humus-rich soil and a semi-shady to shady location create ideal conditions for a high-yielding harvest from July. Its light pink flowers are a beautiful sight. The Wineberry grows to around 3 metres high and 3 metres wide with its overhanging habit.

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Wineberry are dark green, pinnate and alternate. They are about 4 - 10 cm in size.

Bark
Red-brown bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
China to Korea.

Frost hardiness
The Wineberry has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Wineberry is an overhanging shrub that can reach a height of 2 - 3 metres and a width of 1.5 - 3 metres. It usually grows 30 - 40 cm per year.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Location
Preferred location in semi-shady to shady position.

Soil
Rubus phoenicolasius prefers nutrient-rich, sufficiently moist soil.

Flower
Rubus phoenicolasius forms cup-shaped, light pink-coloured flowers arranged in clusters from June.

Fruit
The orange-red, round fruits of Rubus phoenicolasius are particularly decorative. These appear from July.

Shoots
The shoots of Rubus phoenicolasius are spiny.

Root
Rubus phoenicolasius is a shallow-rooting plant and, depending on the soil, forms runner-forming roots.