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Tayberry

Tayberries in Barr Common

Rubus fruticosus x idaeus

A vigorous hybrid bramble that grows well in a sunny, sheltered UK garden. Plant bare-root canes in dormancy, train them on wires or a stout fence, and expect the main crop on second-year canes.

Height200cm
SunlightFull Sun
WaterModerate Water

Growing Guide

Step-by-step instructions for growing Tayberry

Planting Calendar

TransplantLater
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F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
FertiliseLater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
PruneLater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
HarvestNow
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
MaintenanceLater
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

  1. Plant Bare-root Canes

    27 Oct – 6 Mar

    Plant bare-root canes during 27th October - 6th March in well-dug soil with plenty of compost worked in. Set the crown at the same depth it was growing before, firm it in, and water in thoroughly straight away. If you have a container-grown plant, you can plant it at a suitable time outside this window, then water it in well.

  2. Water to Establish

    31 Dec – 29 Jun

    From 31st December, keep the soil evenly moist through the first growing season, especially in dry spells. Water at the base rather than over the canes, and keep the area free of weeds so the roots can establish properly.

  3. Mulch and Feed

    14 Feb – 16 Mar
    every 365 days

    From 14th February, spread a thick mulch of garden compost or well-rotted manure around the plants, leaving a little space around the crown. Repeat each year to keep moisture in and support fruiting.

  4. Fit Bird Netting

    15 May – 30 May

    From 15th May, put up bird netting before the fruit starts to colour. Check it is pulled tight and fixed securely, so birds do not get under it.

  5. Pick Ripe Fruit

    9 Jun – 14 Jul

    Harvest from 9th June to 14th July once the fruit is deep coloured and comes away with a gentle pull. Pick every couple of days in Barr Common to keep the canes productive and reduce losses to birds and soft fruit rot.

  6. Prune Fruited Canes

    8 Aug – 7 Sept

    After harvest, from 8th August, cut out the canes that have fruited and tie in the new canes to their supports. Keep the centre open so air can move through the plant and the next season’s growth gets light.

Companion Plants

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Good companions

Plants to avoid

Why companion planting matters

Companion planting can deter pests, improve pollination, and make better use of space. Some plants confuse pests or attract beneficial insects; others improve soil or offer shade to neighbours that need it.

Suggested Varieties

Popular varieties of Tayberry to consider

Buckingham Tayberry

A thornless selection with good-sized, sweet-tart fruit and easier picking.

Tayberry Medana

A traditional, vigorous tayberry with reliable crops on strong canes.

Also in nearby towns

See how Tayberry timing shifts in other towns with different frost dates.