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Rubus pentalobus 'Emerald Carpet'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   7a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H3 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Rubus pentalobus 'Emerald Carpet' (Taiwan creeping raspberry) bears white blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is deep green in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses Container, ground cover and mass planting.
Special Characteristics This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Rubus pentalobus 'Emerald Carpet' (Taiwan creeping raspberry) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.