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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) — thimble-shaped fruits in late summer; a favorite in woodland gardens and naturalized areas
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — It reaches 3-8 feet in height with equal spread; it produces clusters of 1 to 2-inch wide
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — Western Thimbleberry (Rubus parviflorus) is a deciduous shrub native to North America; velvety leaves and delicate
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — In spring to early summer
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — It reaches 3-8 feet in height with equal spread; it produces clusters of 1 to 2-inch wide, image 102
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — Prefers partial shade to full sun with moist, well-drained soil, image 105
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — This versatile shrub flourishes in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 7 and prefers partial to full shade
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — well-drained soils and can spread by suckers if not managed; ideal for naturalistic plantings and, image 91
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — or simply enjoyed fresh.<br><br>Though low-maintenance; shrub / vine for full or half or shade
Western Thimbleberry (Rubus Parviflorus) — making it well-suited for use as an understory plant or in informal hedges.<br><br>Its broad; pruning in, image 80
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