Overview
Rubus splendidissimus is a spreading branched, trailing shrubs in the genus Rubus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Rubus splendidissimus 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 splendidissimus is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Rubus genus, known for its spreading branched and trailing habit. Like other Rubus plants, it features bristly or spiny stems and produces flowers with five petals, followed by 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. Suitable for wildlife gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and can be propagated by various methods including seed and cuttings. Its season of interest spans spring and summer.
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 splendidissimus 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 splendidissimus
- 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 splendidissimus?
Rubus splendidissimus prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Rubus splendidissimus need?
Rubus splendidissimus 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 splendidissimus hardy in the UK?
Rubus splendidissimus 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 splendidissimus?
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 'Glen Ericht'PBR (F)raspberry 'Glen Ericht'
- Rubus idaeus Rubi ('Drisrasptwenty'PBR)
- Rubus sanctus
- Rubus adscitus
- Rubus rubrisetulosus