Soil
Rich soil with compost dug in. Prefers a pH of 6.
Position
Fine in a shady position.
Frost tolerant
Yes.
Feeding
Not normally required but if leaves start to yellow then add a liquid feed.
Companions
Pear, Cherry and Almond.
Spacing
Single Plants: 2′ 11″ (90cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 2′ 11″ (90cm) with 2′ 11″ (90cm) row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Buy plants or use offshoots from an existing plant and cut them to 6 inches after planting.
Notes
Need supporting on wires or tied against a fence. Train the briars onto wire supports from 3 feet high and above. Each fall add some compost.
Harvesting
Pick over a long season as ripe.
