Product Description
Rubus hayata-koidzumii is better known (incorrectly) as Rubus calcinoides.(3.5-inch pot)
Common names: Creeping Raspberry, Crinkle-leaf Creeper, Taiwanese Creeping Rubus, Creeping Bramble, and Emerald Carpet.
- Height: 2 Inches
- Spread: 18-24 Inches
- Hardiness Zone: 6-10
- Sun to Part Shade
- Foliage provides textural interest
Rubus hayata-koidzumii, commonly known as Rubus calcinoides, creeping raspberry, crinkle-leaf creeper, or Taiwanese creeping bramble, is a low-growing, evergreen perennial plant that is native to Taiwan. It is a member of the rose family (Rosaceae).
Creeping raspberry grows to a height of 6-12 inches and spreads to a width of 24-36 inches. Rubus provides textural interest in the landscape with its dark green, puckered or crinkled, 1½" leaves. Leaves may turn burgundy red in the Winter. Small white flowers appear in spring followed by small, yellow-orange berries. Fruit is edible and tasty, but tiny, so leave them for the birds. Rubus is evergreen in the Southern zones but can be semi-evergreen in Zones 6-7.
Durable, fast-growing evergreen groundcover that takes sun or shade. Creeping raspberry prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Rubus makes a good ground cover in hot, dry areas with ample water and well-drained soil.
The thick, coarse-textured, dark green foliage adorns stem runners that root as they creep along the ground and spreads in all directions. Creeping raspberry is aggressive, but not invasive. It doesn't climb trees or smother shrubs. Easily control it with mechanical edging. A light trimming in late winter will encourage new growth in spring.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
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Hoping for the best
Items looked great when they arrived. Super fast shipping. I am anxious to see how fast they spread and what they look like in the fall and expect to order more.
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Creeping Raspberry
Package arrived in great shape exactly as scheduled from Bloomingdesigns. Plants were in excellent condition and very healthy. Planted them right away now awaiting their growth.
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Plants were delivered on time , healthy and in a sturdy container
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Plants were delivered on time , healthy and in a sturdy container
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So pleased!
My box of plants arrived in perfect condition! After giving them a few days to "acclimate", we got them in the ground and they seem happy! Great service! Thank you!!
