Rubus ursinus - California Blackberry (Plant) Non-Fiction Beginning in October

Beginning in October

July Evergreen/Deciduous Winter deciduous/dormant Height by Width 3ft

returning with winter rains

and beautifully illustrated book describes an ancient and exquisitely balanced environment home to wondrous organisms: Fire Beetles that mate only on burning branches

•Meaning of its scientific name and name of the person that named it

Rubus ursinus - California Blackberry (Plant) Non-Fiction Beginning in OctoberA great barrier plant with thorny branches and edible blackberry like fruit. Good for wildlife and habitat gardens. Tolerates heavy soils. Plant Characteristics Family Name Rosaceae Species Name Rubus ursinus Common Name California Blackberry Plant Type Vine Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement High Soil Type Any Flower Color White, Cream Flowering Months March, April, May, June, July Evergreen Deciduous Winter deciduous