Rubus spectabilis

Salmonberry

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Deciduous shrub with arching thorny stems, pinkish-white flowers in spring, yielding edible red berries; native to Pacific Northwest moist woodlands.
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Plant Details

Common Name Salmonberry
Family Rosaceae
Genus Rubus
Species Spectabilis
Origin Western North America
Blooming Spring, white to pale pink flowers
Leaf Color Light green to yellow-green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moist, well-drained soil; tolerates clay and loam with high organic matter.

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Watering

Regular watering required during growth; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun to partial shade; thrives in cool climates with consistent moisture.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced organic fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.

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Pruning

Prune after fruit harvest to remove old wood and manage size, as it spreads aggressively via suckers.

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Leafhopper Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
600 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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