Rubus idaeus Ruby Beauty ('Nr7'PBR) (F)
raspberry [Ruby Beauty]
A compact dwarf cultivar that gives very high yields of sweet fruit on thornless stems which are multi-branching from the base and self-supporting
Other common names
raspberry 'Nr7'
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | Red | ||
| Autumn | Green Yellow | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Rubus can be deciduous or evergreen shrubs, often scrambling with bristly or prickly stems bearing simple, lobed, palmate or pinnate leaves and 5-petalled flowers followed by juicy, sometimes edible fruits
- Name status
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
The short stature makes this cultivar ideal for the smaller garden and for containers. Grow in a sunny position, and best in slightly acidic well-drained soil. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well. See raspberry cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by division in the dormant season. Lift new canes along with their rootballs. Choose only newly planted, disease-free stock from which to propagate
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Wildlife gardens
- Edible fruit
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Prune back canes after fruiting
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, leafhoppers, raspberry beetle and gall mites
Diseases
May be susceptible to grey moulds and honey fungus (rarely)
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