Boysenberry, 3L
The Boysenberry is a wonderfully rich and aromatic hybrid fruit, combining the qualities of blackberry, raspberry, and loganberry. Its large, dusky purple berries are prized for their complex, tangy sweetness — ideal for jam-making, desserts, and summer picking straight from the cane. Images courtesy of James McIntyre & Sons.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 3L
- Eventual height and spread: H: 180cm (71in), W: 200cm (79in)
Features
The Boysenberry is a wonderfully rich and aromatic hybrid fruit, combining the qualities of blackberry, raspberry, and loganberry. Its large, dusky purple berries are prized for their complex, tangy sweetness — ideal for jam-making, desserts, and summer picking straight from the cane. Images courtesy of James McIntyre & Sons.
First cultivated in California in the early 20th century, the Boysenberry is a cross between raspberry, blackberry, dewberry, and loganberry.
- Self fertile
- Flowers: May-June
- Crops: July-September
- Hardy
- Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile
- Aspect: South or west-facing
- Sun levels: Full sun
Train canes along wires or supports. After fruiting, prune spent stems back to the base, keeping new canes for the following season. Mulch in spring and water in dry spells to support fruit development. Suitable for walls, fences, or large containers.