Rubus arcticus

Plant Details

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General Information

Scientific name: Rubus arcticus

Also known as: Arctic Bramble, Arctic raspberry, Dwarf raspberry

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Plant Properties

Layer: Herb layer, Soil

Format: Smal

Height: 0.20 m

Width: 1.00 m

Growth Rate: -

Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 2-7

Soil Moisture:
Moist

Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)

pH:
Acid Neutral Basic

Light:
Sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Flowers, Fruit, Tea

Edibility:
(5)

Medicinal:
(0)

Features:
Dye

Description

The fruit of the Arctic bramble can be eaten both raw and cooked and is very sweet and juicy, with a taste reminiscent of pineapple. It is delightful to eat the fruit just as it is or to incorporate it into cakes, jams, and other dishes. Unfortunately, Arctic brambles are not abundantly produced in countries with mild winters, as they actually prefer cold winters. The flowers of the Arctic bramble can be eaten raw and have a sweet and delightful flavor. The fresh or dried leaves of this plant are often used as a substitute for coffee.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 15/07

End of Harvest: 15/08

Guilds

Guild Information

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Guild Details

Guild	Description
Sambucus canadensis American Elder	Sambucus provides nitrogen to the soil and attracts beneficial insects, promoting healthier growth for Rubus arcticus.
Viburnum trilobum Highbush cranberry	Viburnum trilobum enhances biodiversity and provides habitat for beneficial wildlife that can help control pests.
Ribes rubrum Redcurrant, Whitecurrant	Ribes rubrum can help to repel certain pests and diseases, creating a more stable garden ecosystem.
Rubus idaeus Raspberry	Planting R. idaeus alongside R. arcticus can enhance pollination rates and overall fruit yield.
Ribes nigrum Blackcurrant	Ribes nigrum may attract predatory insects that keep pest populations in check, benefiting Rubus arcticus.