Creeping Raspberry (Rubus pedatus)

Creeping raspberry is a very low-growing, trailing plant that makes an excellent ornamental groundcover in shady areas. The thornless stems creep along the ground, rooting at leaf nodes. Solitary white flowers are held above the foliage on long stems, followed by small clusters of bright red drupelets that have a rich raspberry flavour. This species is commonly associated with old growth forest.

Sun Exposure: Partial shade, full shade
Soil & Moisture: Moist/mesic
Mature Size: up to 4" tall, spreading
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
Edible: Yes (berries)
Wildlife Value: Pollinated by bees and beetles
Native Range & Habitat: Open forests, glades, streambanks, bog forest, low to subalpine elevations. From Alaska south to Oregon, and east to Alberta and Montana.
Other Names: Strawberry bramble, five-leaved bramble