Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Middle

Soil

Prefers rich soil:
Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Native to China and the Himalayas, Rubus biflorus is a vigorous briar with tall white, thorny stems that dazzle throughout winter. Dark green leaves emerge in spring. Once mature, small clusters of scented white flowers appear on the branches in early summer.

The attractive stems of Rubus biflorus make it a spectacular addition to a winter garden, especially when planted in small groups.

For maximum effect, hard-prune Rubus biflorus to ground level each spring to encourage growth of fresh new stems. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it the prestigious Award of Garden Merit.

Plant calendar

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Rubus and wildlife

Rubus has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Rubus poisonous?

Rubus has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
Plants that go well with Rubus biflorus
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