In summer or fall, depending on variety, deciduous fruiting shrub produces an abundance of red, yellow or black fruit. Great addition to an edible container garden. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento.
- Landscape Size: 3′-5′ tall, 2′-3′ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Zone: 4a
- Growth Habit: Mounding, Trailing
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Attributes: Deciduous, Edible Fruit
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Plant in enriched, slightly acidic soil. Good drainage and air circulation are essential for success. Increase watering during flowering and fruiting. Feed at bloom time. Mulch roots to keep soil cool.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
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