
Thimbleberry- Potted Plants- Rubus parviflorus - Native plant - Richer Flavor Than Raspberries
R. parviflorus (Thimbleberry) Thimbleberry is grown as a thornless ornamental fruiting plant, in wildlife gardens, for erosion control and in habitat restoration projects. Native to western and northern North America, in the States of AK, AZ, CA, CO, IA, ID, IL, MA, MI, MN, MT, NM, NV, OR, SD, UT, WA, WI, and WY. Available to ship Late Spring 2025. Thimbleberry berries are known for a burst of sweet/sour taste that is richer and more tart than raspberries. Both flowers and berries are fragrant. Flowers are large, and appear in clusters of 3 or 4 white blossoms. Berries were eaten fresh and made into jellies. Grows 2-8 foot tall in USDA Zones 3-8. Makes a great addition to woodland gardens and borders. Spreads by under ground roots that form dense thickets. Plants are totally thornless. Large, soft, maple looking leaves are a great contrast to finer leaved shrubs. As a bonus, leaves turn a bright, golden yellow color in Fall. Grows best in rich, organic, acidic, moist well-