Boysenberry Bush | Rubus ursinus × idaeus
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Boysenberry Bush
Rubus ursinus × idaeus
- This delicious hybrid berry combines the juicy intensity of a blackberry, the sweet, floral character of a raspberry and the tartness of a loganberry
- Late summer fruiting, produces a crop in its first year
- Grow in a sunny border and train horizontally
- Creamy white blossom attracts pollinators to your garden
- A great all rounder perfect for eating, baking, smoothies, juices and jams
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Boysenberry grows exceptionally well in pots; ensure the container is at least 30 cm deep and keep the compost moist.
How big does it get?
The Boysenberry Bush is a vigorous rambling plant that can reach lengths of 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Boysenberry Bush prefers full sun, ideally 6 to 8 hours daily, to ensure a bountiful and sweet harvest.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The Boysenberry Bush prefers moist, well-draining, slightly acidic soil, and thrives when planted with a 5 cm layer of organic compost.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Boysenberry Bush | Rubus ursinus × idaeus requires 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil consistently moist as it has shallow roots.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the Boysenberry Bush | Rubus ursinus × idaeus benefits from annual pruning to maintain health and shape.
How hardy is this plant?
The boysenberry is hardy across most of the UK (RHS H4), tolerating temperatures down to -10°C. It will survive typical British winters well, though in particularly exposed or cold northern locations, planting against a sheltered wall can provide beneficial protection.
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Mike’s our guy when it comes to growing soft fruits. He’s our grape guru. Our gooseberry genius. Our blueberry boffin. What Mike doesn’t know about soft fruits? Well, it simply isn’t worth knowing. Having traversed the world from Australia to Northern Ireland – and even undertaking a horticultural stint in Sweden – Mike combines his enthusiasm, technical expertise, state-of-the-art facilities and favourable climatic conditions of the Cotswolds to grow only the very juiciest, sweetest soft fruits.
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