Himalayan Raspberry Plant
Rubus ellipticus, known as Himalayan Raspberry, is a hardy shrub growing 1-3m, thrives in well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and has edible and medicinal properties.
Habit
Shrub
Height
0.5-1.0
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained Loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Himalayas
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
15-25
Humidity (%)
50-60
Potting media
40% Loam, 40% Sand, 20% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Balanced Fertilizers
Watering
Frequent, moderate watering
Plant Weight
0.3-0.8
Flowering Time
Early Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5-6.5
Water Ph level
6.0-6.5
Soil EC
0.5-1.0
Yield Per Plant
3-5 kg per plant
NPK ratio
8:16:16
life Span
Health Benefits
Antioxidant, Immune Boost
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 30% compost, 20% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize annually with balanced organic compost.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Fruit Rot, Leaf Rust, Aphids, Cane Blight, Powdery Mildew.
Soft, discolored fruit, Orange/red spots on leaves, Curling, yellowing leaves, Wilting, dieback of canes, White powdery patches on leaves.
Remove affected fruits, improve air circulation, neem oil Insecticidal soap.
Fungicides with carbendazim, Copper-based fungicides, Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides with thiophanate-methyl, Fungicides containing sulfur.