Rubus – Brambles

Rubus (Brambles) is a large genus of more than 250 species of mainly shrubs and climbers in the rose family. Deciduous or evergreen, they often scramble with bristly or prickly stems, boasts rose-like flowers which are followed by juicy fruits including blackberries, dewberries, raspberries, boysenberries, tayberries, and loganberries. Easy-to-grow, several forms offer colorful foliage and stems. All require well-drained soil and full sun for best foliage, stem coloration and fruits.