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Western Thimbleberry

Rubus Parviflorus

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Overview

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus parviflorus) is a deciduous shrub native to North America, thriving in USDA zones 4-9. It reaches 3-8 feet in height with equal spread, bearing 5-lobed, velvety leaves and delicate white blossoms up to 2 inches across in spring. Edible red berries, resembling thimbles, appear in summer. Prefers partial shade to full sun with moist, well-drained soil. Ideal for naturalistic plantings and attracting pollinators.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater HighZones 3–10Type Shrub, VineClimate Temperate

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — thriving in USDA zones 4-9

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: High
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 3–6 Ft.
Mature width: 3–6 Ft.

Classification

Type: Shrub, Vine
Family: Rosaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — the Western Thimbleberry typically reaches 3 to 6 feet in height with a similar spread; which are much sought after

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — thriving in USDA zones 4-9; though it can tolerate direct sunlight in cooler climates, image 101

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — shrub / vine for full or half or shade; in the landscape design, consider Western Thimbleberry for its superb

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — or simply enjoyed fresh.<br><br>Though low-maintenance; shrub / vine for full or half or shade, image 90

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — spanning 4 to 8 inches across; it reaches 3-8 feet in height with equal spread, image 81

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — thimble-shaped fruits in late summer

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — velvety leaves and delicate white blossoms up to 2 inches across in spring; well-drained soils and can spread by

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — Ideal for naturalistic plantings and attracting pollinators; the Western Thimbleberry typically reaches, image 73

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — offering a delicate contrast to the foliage; edible red berries, resembling thimbles, appear in summer

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — Edible red berries, resembling thimbles, appear in summer; shrub / vine with white blooms

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — It's notable for its tolerance of poor soil conditions and attracts pollinators

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — shrub / vine with white blooms; tangy flavor and are excellent for jams

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — celebrated for its attractive foliage and delicious fruits; including bees and butterflies

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — saucer-shaped flowers with five white petals; white flowers in the garden

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — tangy flavor and are excellent for jams; it's notable for its tolerance of poor soil conditions and attracts

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — Ideal for naturalistic plantings and attracting pollinators

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — or simply enjoyed fresh.<br><br>Though low-maintenance

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — are soft and velvety to the touch and create a lush; this versatile shrub flourishes in USDA hardiness, image 82

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — velvety leaves and delicate white blossoms up to 2 inches across in spring

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — Prefers partial shade to full sun with moist, well-drained soil, image 72

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — white flowers in the garden

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — white flowers in the garden; are soft and velvety to the touch and create a lush

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — celebrated for its attractive foliage and delicious fruits; including bees and butterflies, image 75

Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — Pruning in late winter or early spring can help maintain its shape and encourage healthy growth; thriving in USDA

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Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Kristof Zyskowski & Yulia Bereshpolova, CC BY 2.0 · source
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brewbooks from near Seattle, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Anneli Salo, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
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CAJC: in the PNW, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source

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