Thimbleberry

Rubus parvifloris

A strongly rhizomatous shrub, with large palmate shaped leaves, great for soil stabilization. Tends to favor disturbed areas among forests. Thimble like berry is similar to raspberries, edible.
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Deciduous Shrub
Mature Height: 2-8'
Sun Exposure: Full sun to part-sun
Soil Moisture: Moist to dry soils

Special Use Benefits:

• Attracts pollinators (insects, bees, or butterflies)
• Provides food or nesting for birds
• Provides cover, shelter, forage for wildlife (deer, squirrel, fish, etc.)
• Good for Erosion Control

​Ideal for:

• Coastal Shore
• Coast Forest
• Inland Forest
• Riparian
• Urban Garden

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