Dewberry (Rubus caesius)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Rubus caesius is a deciduous Shrub growing to 0.2 m (0ft 8in) by 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5. It is in flower from June to September, and the seeds ripen from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles, Apomictic (reproduce by seeds formed without sexual fusion). The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

delicious flavour, it is considered to be superior to blackcurrants though the fruit is rather small and consists of just a few drupes. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Succulent but not very tasty.; A delicious flavour, it is considered to be superior to blackcurrants though the fruit is rather small and consists of just a few drupes.; The fruit can be used for making jellies, preserves etc.

Habitat & North American Range

Hedgerows, amongst shrubs and in rough dry meadowland, usually on basic soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)