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Trailing blackberry

Trailing blackberry (Rubus ursinus) is a native species of blackberry in Washington that is smaller, generally grows along the ground, has narrow prickly stems and only three narrower leaflets. All species of blackberry have edible fruits, but the fruits on the native trail blackberry are small. Description from kingcounty.gov

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Trailing blackberry

Trailing blackberry fast facts

Scientific Name

Rubus ursinus

Family

Rosaceae

Garden Type

Edible Garden, Rain Garden Appropriate, Anywhere

Wildlife

Birds

Native Plant Region

Western WA, PNW, North America

Light needs

Filtered, Full Sun

Water Needs

Dry to Medium

Plant Type

Deciduous, Perennial

Bloom Color(s)

White

Height

0 – 2 feet

Width

5 – 10 feet

Months in Bloom

May, June

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
Trailing Blackberry

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