Rubus Species, Dewberry, Japanese Wineberry, Wine Raspberry, Wineberry
Rubusphoenicolasius

Family: Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee)
Genus: Rubus (ROO-bus)
Species: phoenicolasius (fee-nee-ko-LAY-see-us)

Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Deciduous

Foliage Color

Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
Pink
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer

Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information
Non-patented

Propagation Methods
From woody stem cuttings
From softwood cuttings
By simple layering

Seed Collecting
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible