American dewberry
Rubus flagellaris
American dewberry is a low-maintenance trailing bramble that thrives in partial shade with consistently moist, well-drained soil. It spreads by long arching canes that root at the tips, so plan for ample ground space or use as a naturalized groundcover. Prune spent canes after fruiting to keep growth tidy and encourage the next season's production.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
240″ – 480″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
36″
Flowers
mixed
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply Until Soil Is Moist; Allow Top Inch To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5 – 7
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 240″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 22, 2022 by Matthias Foellmer (cc-by-sa)
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