Rubus ulmifolius, the Elmleaf Blackberry, is a vigorous, thorny, deciduous shrub with arching canes and edible black fruits. It forms dense thickets and is invasive in ma
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun for optimal fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Moderate watering, especially during dry periods and fruit development. Drought-tolerant once established.
Soil
Adaptable, prefers well-drained, fertile loams.
Temperature
Highly adaptable, tolerating a wide range of temperatures from cold winters to warm summers.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Generally not required for established plants in fertile soil. Apply balanced fertilizer in spring if soil is poor.
Prefers full sun for optimal fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate watering, especially during dry periods and fruit development. Drought-tolerant once established.
Adaptable, prefers well-drained, fertile loams.
Highly adaptable, tolerating a wide range of temperatures from cold winters to warm summers.
Outdoor
Generally not required for established plants in fertile soil. Apply balanced fertilizer in spring if soil is poor.
Plant Type
Shrub, Vine
Plant Category
Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1-5 m
Spread
1-5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Winter Deciduous
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Whitish-Grey
Leaf Type
Palmately Compound
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
The fruits are edible. While thorns pose a physical hazard, the plant parts are not generally considered chemically toxic to humans or pets.
