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Flowering Rasberry 100 Seeds Rubus odoratus
Flowering Rasberry 100 Seeds Rubus odoratus
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Rubus odoratus, commonly known as the Flowering Raspberry, is a species of raspberry native to North America. It is an attractive shrub that is known for its showy, pink to purple flowers and aromatic foliage. Here’s a detailed description:
Size and Shape:
Height: Typically grows between 3 to 6 feet (0.9 to 1.8 meters) tall.
It has a spreading, dense growth habit, with arching branches and a rounded shape.
It tends to form thickets, making it a good shrub for privacy or creating a natural hedge.
Leaves:
The leaves are large, broad, and deeply lobed, giving them a somewhat maple-like appearance.
They are usually green on the upper side and have a lighter, fuzzy texture on the underside.
The foliage has a pleasant, aromatic scent, particularly when crushed.
Flowers:
The flowers are large, showy, and range in color from light pink to dark purple.
They bloom in early to mid-summer and are typically 5-petaled, forming floral clusters at the tips of the branches.
The flowers are highly attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Fruit:
Unlike other raspberry species, Rubus odoratus produces edible but not particularly sweet fruits. The berries are typically red and are more decorative than useful for consumption.
The fruit is aggregate, similar to other raspberries, but is smaller and less commonly harvested for culinary use.
Stems and Thorns:
The stems of Rubus odoratus are purple to reddish in color and may be somewhat prickly but are generally less thorny than other raspberries.
The plant is deciduous, meaning it sheds its leaves in the fall.
Habitat and Distribution:
It is native to eastern North America, particularly found in woodlands and along stream banks in zones 3 to 8 of the USDA plant hardiness map.
Prefers moist, well-drained soils, and is often seen growing in partial shade to full sun.
Ecological Role and Uses:
Rubus odoratus is a beneficial plant for wildlife, offering both shelter and food for a variety of animals.
It is often planted in wildlife gardens or as a landscape ornamental due to its attractive flowers and dense growth habit.
It can also help in soil erosion control in appropriate environments.
Gardening and Landscaping:
Because of its beautiful flowers and hardy nature, it is commonly grown in gardens for ornamental purposes.
It is relatively easy to care for, tolerating a variety of soil types as long as they are well-draining.
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