Rubus odoratus, the purple-flowered raspberry, flowering raspberry, or Virginia raspberry, is a species of Rubus, native to eastern North America, from Nova Scotia to Ontario and Wisconsin, and south along the Appalachian Mountains as far as Georgia and Alabama. It is a shrub growing up to 3m (10') tall and doesn't have thorns. The red edible fruit matures in late summer to early autumn, and resembles a large, flat raspberry. Rubus odoratus is widely grown as an ornamental plant for its attractive pink flowers with a long flowering period. This plant likes partial shade, rich, slightly acid soil and moderate water.

Type: Hardy shrub

Hardiness zones: 3-8

Height: 10', 3m

Location: Sun or shade

Seeds per packet: 5