Rubus ursinus - California Blackberry (Plant)

A great barrier plant with thorny branches and edible blackberry-like fruit. Good for wildlife and habitat gardens. Tolerates heavy soils. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rosaceae Species Name Rubus ursinus Common Name California Blackberry Plant Type Vine Sun Exposure Coast-Part Sun, Inland-Part Sun, Water Requirement High Soil Type Any Flower Color White, Cream Flowering Months March, April, May, June, July Evergreen/Deciduous Winter deciduous/dormant Height by Width 3ft. x 20ft. Growth Rate Slow Endangered Not Ranked Growth Habit Mounding, Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution California Floristic Province; to British Columbia, ID, Baja CA Natural Habitat Open , disturbed areas; below 5,000' Specialty Features