Thimbleberry Plants

Thimbleberries are native to North America and are notable for their delicate, edible fruit. Thimbleberry plants are deciduous shrubs that typically grow between 3 to 6 feet tall.

In late spring to early summer, thimbleberries produce white to pale pink flowers. The berries which follow are typically bright red and are covered with many tiny drupelets, giving them a velvety texture. When fully ripe, they are juicy and can be eaten fresh or used in jams, jellies, and syrups. The taste is often compared to raspberries but milder and less tart.  

Common names: Thimbleberry 

Edible: Berries, leaves
Harvest timing: Late summer

Scientific name: Rubus parviflorus
Light requirements: Full sun to part sun
Full-grown size: 3-6' tall
Hardiness: Zone 3
Pollination: Self-pollinating 
Wildlife: Flowers attract pollinators. Leaves host species of moths and butterflies.
Origin: North America 
Noteworthy: Indigenous people of North American have historically used thimbleberries for food and medicinal purposes.

WE DO NOT SHIP LIVE PLANTS. THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP AT OUR NURSERY IN ERRINGTON, BC.