Groundcover
Creeping Raspberry
Rubus hayata-koidzumii
Varieties We Carry
StandardRubus hayata-koidzumii
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$9.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 4.
LightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size0.5-1 feet × 3-6 feet
About Creeping Raspberry
Creeping Raspberry (Rubus hayata-koidzumii) is a low, mat-forming groundcover from Taiwan's mountains with crinkled dark green leaves and small white spring flowers followed by tiny red fruits. It is a temperate species (best zones 6–9) that is marginal in zone 9b and may struggle with NE Florida's summer heat — site carefully in a shaded, well-drained location. Starting at $9.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Creeping raspberry grows in full sun to part shade; in NE Florida's intense summer heat, afternoon shade helps prevent drought stress on this temperate groundcover which is at its hardiness limit in zone 9b.
Water
Moderate water needs; tolerates drought once established in well-drained soil but benefits from consistent moisture in summer. Avoid waterlogging, which causes root rot.
Soil & Fertilizer
Prefers sandy or loamy, well-drained soil. Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring. In zone 9b, plant in a raised bed or elevated site with good drainage and air circulation to maximize survivability.
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Common questions
Is Creeping Raspberry a good plant for St. Augustine?
Creeping Raspberry is a groundcover for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 0.5-1 feet × 3-6 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.