Rubus pentalobus syn. calycinoides

Creeping Raspberry is a unique ground-covering raspberry species that goes by many names including Emerald Carpet, Formosan Raspberry, and Taiwanese Ground Raspberry. This is truly an exceptional raspberry unlike any other that we’ve grown. In fact, you probably wouldn’t even know it’s a raspberry plant at all if not for the fruit! Creeping Raspberry trails along the ground, forming a thick mat of dark, leathery leaves that are adorned by snowy white flowers in early summer and vibrant golden, delicious raspberries by midsummer.

Creeping Raspberry is a thornless plant, but does have small hairs that can be a little rough on the hands. Plants are a favorite for bees and are very adaptable form shade to sun, are drought and frost tolerant, and are easily pruned. Creeping Raspberry tolerates foot traffic, so don’t hesitate to get in there and go berry picking!

Cold hardy to USDA zone 6a and above, or to -10 degrees Fahrenheit.