Rubus formosensis
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An evergreen arching shrub or short climber to under 2m. The lobed green leaves have attractively deep, parallel veining and are light yellow-brown on the lower surface. The flowers are white and develop into orange-red berries.
Scientific classification
- Species
- Rubus formosensis (Rubus formosensis)
- Genus
- Rubus
- Family
- Rosaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs · Climber Wall Shrub
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Clump forming · Climbing
- Habit
- Autumn · Winter · Spring · Summer
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of Rubus formosensis
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Rubus formosensis
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Rubus formosensis care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningOnce well established, cut some older stems down to the ground in late autumn to make room for new, each year. Tie these in to their framework if necessary.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by division or semi-ripe cuttings
Growing
GrowingTrain to wires on the sheltered side of a fence or wall, in any fertile soil in sun or partial shade. Alternatively, allow to grow freely into a mounded shrub
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to grey moulds and honey fungus (rarely)
Pests
Generally pest-free
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