RUBUS ODORATUS / FLOWERING RASPBERRY

RUBUS ODORATUS / FLOWERING RASPBERRY

A Native Shrub with Showy Pink Flowers and Edible Fruit

Rubus odoratus, commonly known as Flowering Raspberry, is a native deciduous shrub valued for its large, fragrant pink flowers, attractive foliage, and edible fruit. Thriving in partial shade to full sun with well-drained, rich soils, Flowering Raspberry is ideal for naturalized landscapes, woodland gardens, and wildlife-friendly plantings. Its bold flowers and unique texture make it a standout native shrub.

Why Choose Flowering Raspberry?

Showy Pink Flowers: Large, fragrant blooms in late spring to early summer attract pollinators.
Edible Fruit: Produces red to purple raspberry-like fruit suitable for wildlife and culinary use.
Wildlife Friendly: Flowers and fruit provide nectar and food for bees, butterflies, and birds.
Adaptable & Hardy: Performs well in partial shade and a variety of soil conditions.

Key Features:

Foliage Color: Medium green leaves with soft, velvety texture; yellow to orange in fall.
Flower Color: Large, fragrant pink flowers.
Fruit: Red to purple edible berries in summer.
Height and Spread: Typically grows 3–5 feet tall and wide.
Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zones 3–8.
Sunlight: Prefers partial shade to full sun.
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates loam or sandy soils.

Specifications:

Plant Size: 3–5 feet tall and wide.
Growth Habit: Upright deciduous shrub with spreading canes.
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–8.
Flowering/Fruiting: Late spring to early summer flowers; berries in summer.
Fall Interest: Leaves turn yellow to orange.

Ideal Uses:

Woodland & Shade Gardens: Thrives in partially shaded naturalized settings.
Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Edible Landscaping: Berries can be eaten fresh or used in preserves.
Wildlife Plantings: Supports birds, insects, and small mammals.

Flowering Raspberry is an attractive and ecologically valuable native shrub. Its large pink flowers, edible fruit, and wildlife benefits make it an excellent choice for naturalized landscapes, woodland gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings.