Bristol Black Raspberry

Rubus 'Bristol', Rosaceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.8 – 6.8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Tuberous SweetpeaLathyrus tuberosus

Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Groundplum MilkvetchAstragalus complanatus

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Arrowleaf CloverTrifolium vesiculosum

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Blue ElderberrySambucus cerulea

Beneficial Insect HabitatPest Deterrent

Antagonistic Plants

Five-leaf BrambleRubus pedatus

Raspberry cultivars and wild Rubus share virus diseases and cane borers

Taiwanese RaspberryRubus parvifolius var. taiensis

Wild and cultivated raspberries share virus diseases, fungal pathogens, and insect pests

Uses

Functions

High Quality Fruit ProductionWildlife FoodPollinator Support

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

AntioxidantsAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Bristol Black Raspberry grow in?

Bristol Black Raspberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Bristol Black Raspberry?

Good companions for Bristol Black Raspberry include Tuberous Sweetpea, Groundplum Milkvetch, Arrowleaf Clover, Blue Elderberry.

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