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Purpleflowering raspberry

Rubus odoratus

Purpleflowering raspberry
Photo: (c) sblumen, some rights reserved (CC BY) ยท iNaturalist

About Purpleflowering raspberry

Purple-flowering raspberry is a delightful native plant that brings real charm to any garden. Its soft pink-purple flowers bloom all summer long, and they're absolutely gorgeous. The plant produces edible berries that birds and wildlife love, so you'll get to enjoy watching nature up close right in your yard. Even the fuzzy stems and large leaves are attractive, giving your garden a lush, welcoming feel.

This native plant is wonderfully easy to grow once it's established. It belongs to the same family as the raspberries you know and love, and it's just as tough. It spreads gently and doesn't demand much fussing or special care. Plant it in a spot where it gets decent light, keep the soil reasonably moist when it's young, and you'll have years of beautiful flowers and wildlife visitors. You'll be so glad you added this one to your garden.

Native to 30 states