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Salmonberry

Salmonberry

Rubus spectabilis

shrubβ›… part shadeπŸ’§πŸ’§ moderate waterZone 3b – Zone 9b

A Pacific Northwest native bramble producing showy pink to orange flowers in spring followed by delicious orange-red berries. It thrives in cool, moist conditions and makes an excellent addition to shade gardens and wild areas.

Overview

Form
Upright
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
4–12β€² tall Γ— 3–6β€² wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

high

Flood Tolerance

moderate
Zone 3bZone 9b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 3b to Zone 9b

pH Range

5.77.2
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5.7 to 7.2

Soil Texture

Medium, Fine

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Harvest Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

Pacific Northwest (Washington, Oregon, British Columbia, and Alaska)

Native to: Alaska, Oregon, Washington

Function & Care

wildlife benefitediblepollinator nectaryerosion control

Edible Parts

fruit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Years to Bearing
2 years
Propagation
seed, cutting, layering, sucker