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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Canada (British Columbia, North America, Ontario), USA (Northern and Western US)

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Rubus parviflorusRubus parviflorus

Thimbleberry

In Stock: 0.389 lb (Total:0.389lb)

Rubus parviflorus

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0.39 lb WA

Details

Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

561,825

Quantity:

0.39 lb

Collected in:

Washington

Crop year:

2025

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1836227

Characteristics

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Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia (Hrvatska), Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: Canada (British Columbia, North America, Ontario), USA (Northern and Western US)

Native

Introduced

Discover the enchanting Rubus parviflorus, commonly known as Thimbleberry, a captivating deciduous, thornless shrub from the Rose family that enthralls with its unique beauty and ecological benefits. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and garden adventurers alike, Thimbleberry is perfect for hedges, naturalizing, or erosion control on shaded slopes. This native North American species showcases large, velvety, maple-like leaves and delightful clusters of fragrant, bright white flowers from May to July. Summer reveals its pièce de résistance: vibrant, raspberry-like fruits that not only add color but serve as a key food source for birds and wildlife. Thriving in zones 3-10, Thimbleberry excels in rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils and adapts to conditions ranging from full sun to dappled shade. Its impressive height and spread (4-8 feet) make it a statement in any landscape, especially appealing to pollinators like bees and providing crucial habitats for butterflies. Celebrate biodiversity and ecological balance with the distinctive allure of Thimbleberry, a must-have for your garden's wild and wondrous tapestry.