LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Deciduous
GROWTH HABIT
Shrubby
BLOOM SEASON
Spring
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Sweet-Rich
SUITABLE FOR
out door
SEED TYPE
fruit seed
PLANT TYPE
Berry Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
1–1.5 inches
PLANT HEIGHT
4–6 Feet
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
full sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Temperate
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes Large Containers
PLANT SPACING
1–1.5 m
PLANTING DEPTH
½ Inch
Frequently Asked Questions
Do blackberry canes need a trellis?
Do blackberry canes need a trellis?
A trellis or other support is useful for organizing blackberry canes, especially when vigorous growth and fruit-bearing branches become heavy.
How should blackberry canes be managed after fruiting?
How should blackberry canes be managed after fruiting?
Remove clearly spent fruiting canes after harvest and retain healthy new canes according to the variety's fruiting habit.
Can blackberries be grown along a fence?
Can blackberries be grown along a fence?
Yes. A fence can serve as a convenient support structure when the planting receives adequate sunlight and has enough room for cane growth.
How can I keep blackberry plants from spreading into pathways?
How can I keep blackberry plants from spreading into pathways?
Use a defined planting area and regularly remove unwanted shoots or runners that appear outside the intended growing space.
Do blackberry plants need full sun for fruit production?
Do blackberry plants need full sun for fruit production?
Full sun is preferred for strong growth and fruit development. Choose an open location that receives several hours of direct sunlight.
Can blackberry plants be grown in large containers?
Can blackberry plants be grown in large containers?
Some blackberry plants can be container-grown when provided with a large, deep container, strong support and suitable drainage.