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Creeping Raspberry Plant Profile
Creeping Raspberry (Rubus hayata-koidzumi was R. calycinoides and R. rolfei) is a low-growing raspberry relative that is a member of the rose family. The attractive leaves are held on cane-like stems that form a dense mat on the ground. It does well on slopes as an erosion control.
Creeping Raspberry is also known as Formosan Carpet Raspberry, Crinkle-leaf Creeper, Taiwanese Creeping Rubus, and Creeping Bramble
It has white flowers in early summer that turn into edible fruits that are golden in color--similar in shape to blackberries or other raspberries.
For best fruiting, plant it in full sun. However, the leaves can be scorched in intense afternoon sun, so place it where it can get a bit of shade late in the day in hotter climates.
The leaves turn a rust color in fall and, in most regions, stay on over the winter. In some colder climates, it is semi-evergreen, but root-hardy.
One plant can spread 4-6 feet in diameter. If it goes beyond its bounds, prune it back at any time. Trim out any dead or broken cane stems whenever you notice them.
There are some “soft” thorns along the canes and they are not usually a problem. Avoid stepping on it though, due to these thorns and the stiff canes/stems that can break when trod upon.
If you are in a cold climate, give it extra mulch in late fall for winter protection. Fertilizer is not necessary, but a top dressing of organic compost in early spring can be beneficial and encourage fruit production as well. There is no need to rake up any fallen leaves in autumn as they also add to the plant’s nutrients.
Take cuttings in the early summer to propagate it or harvest seeds from ripened fruits. Plant the seeds soon after harvesting.
It is not generally troubled by pests. Birds may eat the fruits, but deer generally leave this tough plant alone.
Overwatering may cause root rot in wet or heavy soil and good drainage is a must. It is drought-tolerant once established.
Sterilize your tools between pruning it and other rose family relatives so that you do not transmit diseases amongst them. A good garden hygiene practice is to swipe the pruner blades with an alcohol swab after each cut. Be careful to not cut yourself and wear leather gloves whenever pruning.
Creeping Raspberry: You Can Grow That!
This profile was excerpted from the book Groundcover Revolution by Kathy Jentz.
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