Thimbleberry (Rubus odoratus)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Rubus odoratus is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.5 m (8ft) by 2.5 m (8ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3 and is not frost tender. 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. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. Somewhat tart and dry, it is usually cooked and used in pies, jellies, preserves etc. The fruit can be dried for later use. This species rarely fruits well in Britain, probably due to our cooler summers. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; Somewhat tart and dry, it is usually cooked and used in pies, jellies, preserves etc.; The fruit can be dried for later use.; This species rarely fruits well in Britain, probably due to our cooler summers.

Habitat & North American Range

Moist thickets and woodland borders. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)