Rubus parviflorus, June 16, 2023
Common & scientific name
Thimbleberry, Rubus parviflorus
Family
Rose, Rosaceae
Location
Difficult Campground, 8,100’
Fun, weird, helpful, or little known fact
While some denigrate the thimbleberry’s fruit as “mealy,” this only indicates a lack of experience. When the berry of this lovely shrub is discretely chosen—it should be bright red, plump, and soft—it is hands down, in this writer’s opinion, our tastiest berry, a perfect blend of sweet and tart, and readily available trailside to boot: look for it in late July & early August.
June 27, 2023