Rubus arizonensis, commonly known as Arizona Dewberry, is a deciduous subshrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, particularly found in riparian zones, chaparral, and pine-oak woodlands. It typically grows to a height of 4-6 feet (1.2-1.8 meters) and a width of 6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 meters), with sprawling, thorny branches. The plant produces white flowers in the spring and early summer that are moderately showy, followed by edible red to blackberries that are attractive to wildlife.

Arizona Dewberry is valued for its fruit, which can be used in jams, jellies, and pies, and for its wildlife-friendly attributes, providing food for birds and other animals. It is suitable for naturalistic plantings in wild gardens and can stabilize soil in erosion-prone areas. In cultivation, it prefers part shade but can tolerate full sun in cooler climates. It requires medium to high amounts of water and well-drained soil. While it is not commonly afflicted by serious pests or diseases, it can spread aggressively via runners, which may require management in a garden setting.CC BY-SA 4.0