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Loganberry

Rubus × loganobaccus

Loganberry is a hybrid fruit, a cross between a blackberry and a raspberry. It produces elongated, juicy berries that are deep red to purple in color, with a sweet-tart flavor. The fruit is rich in vitamins C and K, and is often used in jams, jellies, and desserts. Loganberries are also valued for their ornamental qualities, as the plants have attractive foliage and flowers.

Calculate System for Loganberry
400.00–600.00mm
Water Need
120 days
Season
30.00–60.00cm
Root Depth
25,000 kg/ha
Yield
20,000
Plants/ha

Growth Stages

Season: Mar – Aug (120 days)

Initial
Kc 0.400
30 days
Development
Kc 0.700
40 days
Mid-Season
Kc 1.000
60 days
Late
Kc 0.800
30 days

Loganberries require support structures for optimal growth, such as trellises. They can be susceptible to pests like aphids and diseases such as powdery mildew, so regular monitoring and management practices are essential.

Water Requirements

Season Total: 400.00600.00 mm
Water Stress Sensitivity: High
Salt Tolerance: Moderate
Water Productivity: 15.500 kg/m³

Recommended Methods

Drip Irrigation90.00%Fixed Sprinkler70.00%

Soil Compatibility

Optimal pH range: 6.0 – 7.5

Sandy Loam
AWC100.00mm/m
Drainagegood
Drainage: Well-drained soils preferred
Organic Matter: 2.00%
Soil should be rich in organic matter to support healthy growth. Regular soil testing is recommended to monitor pH and nutrient levels.

Climate Compatibility

Temperature range: 15.0°C – 30.0°C

Temperate Continental
ETo: 1.006.00 mm/day
Temp: -20.0°C – 30.0°C
Frost: high
Mediterranean
ETo: 3.007.00 mm/day
Temp: 5.0°C – 35.0°C
Frost: low
Frost Tolerance: Low frost tolerance
Heat Tolerance: Moderate heat tolerance
Loganberries prefer a temperate climate with moderate rainfall. Protecting plants from late spring frosts is crucial for fruit set.

Planting Layout

100.00cm
Row Spacing
50.00cm
Plant Spacing
20,000
Plants per ha

Nutrient Requirements (kg/ha)

Nitrogen (N)150 kg/ha
Phosphorus (P)60 kg/ha
Potassium (K)180 kg/ha
40
Calcium (Ca) kg/ha
25
Magnesium (Mg) kg/ha
20
Sulfur (S) kg/ha
Schedule: Apply nitrogen in 3 splits during growing season
Organic Matter: 2-3% organic matter recommended

Yield Information

25,000
kg/ha
2.500
kg/plant
0.450
Harvest Index
Quality Factors: Size, color, sugar content

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Growing and Irrigating Loganberry: An Economically Efficient Approach

Introduction Loganberry (Rubus loganobaccus) is a hybrid berry that is gaining popularity among farmers and gardeners due to its unique flavor and versatility. It is a cross between a blackberry and a raspberry, resulting in a fruit that is larger and sweeter than a raspberry, with a tartness similar to a blackberry.…

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