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Salmonberry

Rubus Spectabilis

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Overview

Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis) is a deciduous shrub thriving in U.S. hardiness zones 5 to 9, reaching 3-6 ft tall. Known for its pink blossoms and edible fruit resembling raspberries, it prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Its fruit ripens midsummer, offering a treat for wildlife and humans. Salmonberry's lush foliage adds a vibrant green backdrop, making it an attractive choice for naturalistic landscape designs.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater HighZones 3–10Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Native to the Pacific Northwest
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — shrub for full or half or shade; regular pruning may be required to maintain desired boundaries and shape within the landscapeSalmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — The berries, resemblant in shape to raspberries, transition from yellow to an enticing amber-red when ripe; the plant'sSalmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Salmonberries possess an ecological value; shrub for full or half or shade, image 71Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis) is a deciduous shrub thriving in U.SSalmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — shrub with lavender and pink blooms; which morph into edible fruits measuring roughly 0.75 to 1.5 inches in, image 77Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — serving as a nectar source for pollinators and sustenance for birds; making it an attractive choice for, image 72+107

Culture

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

Shape & size

Mature height
2–12 Ft.
Mature width
2–12 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Native to the Pacific Northwest
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — shrub for full or half or shade; regular pruning may be required to maintain desired boundaries and shape within the landscape
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — The berries, resemblant in shape to raspberries, transition from yellow to an enticing amber-red when ripe; the plant's
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Salmonberries possess an ecological value; shrub for full or half or shade, image 71
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis) is a deciduous shrub thriving in U.S
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — shrub with lavender and pink blooms; which morph into edible fruits measuring roughly 0.75 to 1.5 inches in, image 77
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — serving as a nectar source for pollinators and sustenance for birds; making it an attractive choice for, image 72
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — The berries, resemblant in shape to raspberries, transition from yellow to an enticing amber-red when ripe
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — hardiness zones 5 to 9, reaching 3-6 ft tall; this deciduous shrub can reach a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and, image 54
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Salmonberry (Rubus spectabilis) is a deciduous shrub thriving in U.S; well-drained soil in partial to full shade, image 53
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Regular pruning may be required to maintain desired boundaries and shape within the landscape; hardiness zones 5, image 75
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — well-drained soil in partial to full shade; shrub with lavender and pink blooms, image 56
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Its fruit ripens midsummer, offering a treat for wildlife and humans; salmonberry's lush foliage adds a vibrant, image 57
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — well-drained soil and thrive in full to partial shade; lavender and pink flowers in the garden, image 67
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — embodies a delightful addition to any naturalistic or woodland garden design
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Salmonberries demand moist
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9; native to the Pacific Northwest
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Known for its pink blossoms and edible fruit resembling raspberries; these fruits are a delicacy to both humans and wildlife
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — hardiness zones 5 to 9, reaching 3-6 ft tall; this deciduous shrub can reach a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and spread to 2
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — Flourishing in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — When incorporating Rubus spectabilis into a garden design; salmonberries demand moist
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — which morph into edible fruits measuring roughly 0.75 to 1.5 inches in length by early summer; its fruit ripens, image 68
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — this deciduous shrub can reach a mature height of 3 to 6 feet and spread to 2 to 4 feet wide; consider its natural growth
Salmonberry (Rubus Spectabilis) — The plant's arching stems boast a golden hue when young and may exhibit small thorns; known for its pink blossoms, image 90
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