Overview
Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F) is a spreading branched, trailing shrubs in the genus Rubus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens and edible fruit.
About
Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht' is a deciduous shrub cultivar of the Rubus genus, known for its spreading, trailing habit. Like other Rubus plants, it has bristly or spiny stems and produces edible, juicy fruits. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring south- or west-facing, exposed sites with fertile, moist but well-drained soil of various types and pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for wildlife gardens and fruit cultivation, with interest in spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Rubus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Trailing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Edible fruit
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F)
- Propagation
- Seed, Tip layering, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Root cuttings, Leaf bud cuttings, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to grey moulds, honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F)?
Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F) need?
Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F) hardy in the UK?
Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F)?
Seed, Tip layering, Semi-ripe cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Root cuttings, Leaf bud cuttings, Division.
More in the Rubus genus
- Rubus arcticus 'Marika' (F)arctic bramble 'Marika'
- Rubus fruticosus agg. 'Merton Glory'
- Rubus idaeus Rubi ('Drisrasptwenty'PBR)
- Rubus sanctus
- Rubus adscitus
- Rubus rubrisetulosus
- Rubus splendidissimus