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Rubus fruticosus × idaeus

Tayberry

Tayberry

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Description

The tayberry is a hybrid of blackberry (Rubus fruticosus) and raspberry (Rubus idaeus) that produces long, wine‑red fruits with an aromatic, sweet‑tart flavor. It grows as a climber and requires a trellis or support structure. The nearly thornless canes make harvesting a pleasant experience.

Care instructions

Plant the tayberry in autumn (October, week 43) in a sunny, sheltered spot and tie the long canes to a trellis. It bears on two‑year‑old wood, after harvesting, cut away the spent canes and train the young ones for the following year. Mulch well and water regularly during the fruiting period from July onward.

Soil & site

Soil pH

4.0pH 5.5–6.88.0

Soil type

loamy, humus-rich, well-drained, moist

LightFull sun
HardinessHardy with protection
Water needMedium

Feeding

Medium feeder

Pruning

MonthsFeb, Mar, Jul, Aug
SeasonSummer (after harvest)
Pruning typeMaintenance pruning

Companion planting

Good neighbors

amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae)

You can plant garlic and chives under strawberries and roses; their scent repels aphids and other pests.

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Source: Bio-Gärtnerei Mixed Culture Practice

Companion planting is partly traditional gardening lore. Where the reason is known, it is given.

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