Rubus Cockburnianus
Rubus Cockburnianus. A thicket-forming arching deciduous shrub with prickly, white stems and fern-like, dark green leaves. Small, saucer-shaped purple flowers in summer followed by black fruits. Ideal for use in a border. Max Height 2.5m. Max Spread 2.5m. Flowers June to August. Fruits September.
Plant in fertile well drained soil. Full sun, Hardy.
General Shrub Planting and care
- Water the pot thoroughly and allow to drain fully.
- If the Shrub is being planted in a lawn remove a circle of turf.
- Dig a hole twice the size of the pot being planted and fork over the base. Adding a bucketful of planting compost.
- Remove the pot gently, if well rooted cut off the pot.
- Position used. Ensure that the top of the Root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
- Replace the remaining soil and heel in, water the Shrub and area thoroughly.
- Water regular until Shrub is established.
- Apply some general fertiliser every spring.
