Silvanberry |
Rubus ursinus x hybrid |
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Also known as American Bramble. Cross between Marionberry and a seedling cross between Pacific and Boysen.
Landscape Value
Plants are best grown with support from a boundary fence or similar as they have a trailing habit, try in a planter box against a wall, tied down with wire for support. Ideal in smaller gardens.
Nutritional Value
High in vitamin C.
How to Eat
Be decadent and eat them straight off the plant or get creative in a pie, jam or smoothie. Remember you can freeze them and use later.
Expected Yield
Heavy yielding plant.
Generic Fruiting Time
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Growing
Sun
Full sun to partial shade.
Wind
Protect from hot winds.
Salt
Not tolerate.
Climate
Temperate and sub-tropical climates.
Soil
Prefers slightly acidic well drained soil with generous amounts of well rotted organic matter.
Fertiliser
Silvanberries are gross feeders. Apply regular applications of liquid fertiliser through the growing season and mulch with organic matter to protect the surface roots.
Pruning
In winter when the plant is dormant gather up the canes and train along the trellis. Cut out the weak, fruited and old canes. Youngberries have a sprawling habit so keep canes off the ground as they will root themselves at a node.
Pests
Apply several copper sprays in winter for fungal disease control. Planted in an open space with free air flow will help keep diseases at bay. DO NOT spray within seven days of harvest. Protect from birds with bird netting.
Special Conditions