Rubus idaeus Glen Ample
Raspberry Glen Ample
Pot plant
Pot size plant Ø 17cm
1 berry bush
Height at delivery incl. pot 40-60 cm
Edible fruit
XL
£9.95
Out of stock
SKU
B10975
This self-pollinating Raspberry bush Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ample' produces small pretty pink blossoms in spring which are followed by an abundance of...
This self-pollinating Raspberry bush Rubus idaeus 'Glen Ample' produces small pretty pink blossoms in spring which are followed by an abundance of large juicy red berries from late summer onwards. Suitable for a sunny spot in large or small gardens.
The flowers are loved by bees and if you don’t eat the fresh raspberries fast the birds will devour them. You can also incorporate the fruit into various dishes.
You can use these plants to overgrow a wall, climbing frame, or for creating a hedge.
- 1 x Rubus idaeus Glen Ample 17 cm
Botanical name | Rubus idaeus Glen Ample |
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Category | Other |
Delivered as | Pot plant |
aa_size | Ø 17cm |
aa_height | 50-60cm |
Qty | 1x |
Flowers | Yes |
Flower period | Early Spring |
Fragrant | No |
Cutflowers | No |
Flower colour | Pink |
Fruits | Yes |
Edible | Yes |
Harvest time | August - October |
Location | Sunny |
Hardy | Yes |
Hardiness | -25 celsius |
Ground Covering | No |
Naturalizing | No |
Plant Depthrośliny | 17cm |
Preferred Soil | Peaty soil |
Fully grown in | 3 years |
Full grown height | 150cm - 200cm |
Mature width | 60cm - 80cm |
Poisonous | No |
How to take care of Raspberry Glen Ample
Soak the roots for approx. 2 hrs before planting and water well after planting and for the next few weeks. This is a hardy deciduous Rubus Idaeus Glen Ample shrub thrives in a sunny sheltered position but will tolerate partial shade. In colder areas, plant Rubus Idaeus Glen Ample near a south-facing wall. Use a well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. They will not tolerate heavy, wet soil. Drought tolerant once established. Rubus Idaeus Glen Ample do well in various soil types. Rubus Idaeus Glen Ample likes to be constantly moist, but not wet. Do not use any stimulants, fertiliser or bonemeal at planting time as such products will 'burn' any new root growth. During the active growing season an occasional feed or a light top dress with a base fertiliser will prove beneficial. Container-grown Rubus Idaeus Glen Ample plants should be brought indoors in extreme winter conditions. Check Rubus Idaeus Glen Ample plants periodically for pests such as aphids, white flies, and mealy bugs. Use a horticultural oil or insecticidal soap to control these pests.
For additional instructions see product packaging.