Wild Blackberry

A thorny, woody shrub that produces small, sweet, and black or dark purple berries, often found in various habitats, including woodlands, fields, and along roadsides. The shrub's lush green foliage complements various garden styles, from traditional to contemporary, and can act as an eye-catching focal point or backdrop for other plants.

Wild blackberry bushes are botanically known as Rubus Ursinus. There are more than 2,000 varieties of the shrub, and they are part of the bramble family, which includes roses. It is sometimes referred to as the California blackberry, dewberry, or bramble bush, although the latter nickname is more generic. It’s native to North America, but various species of this shrub can be found in South America, Europe, and Asia.

How to Identify Wild Blackberry

It is considered a low-growing shrub that reaches a maximum height of five feet. Most bushes are between two and five feet tall. However, they can reach widths of up to six feet. These perennial shrubs are known for their climbing stems that develop hooked spines. The small, deciduous, compound leaves reach lengths of between one and three inches, with three leaflets developing together. The stems contain prickly barbs, which is what makes it part of the bramble family of bushes. These bushes grow white to pink flowers between April and May, depending on the climate where they are planted. In the late summer, gardeners can expect these plants to produce berries.

Planting Wild Blackberry

Gardeners can enjoy planting it in any part of their yard that receives a lot of sunlight. Since they produce long stems or canes, it may be beneficial to include a trellis or something the bush can climb.

What to Plant Around Wild Blackberry

They perform well around other flowers and shrubs. To create a focal point in your yard and to discourage pests, you can plant hyssop. If you want to ensure your yard attracts pollinators, consider planting borage and bee balm around your Rubus Ursinus bushes. Other plants that thrive around them include tansy, hazelnuts, and serviceberries.

Attract Birds and Bees with Wild Blackberry

They attract all manner of wildlife who love to forage for pollen, berries, and seeds. Once you plant your Rubus Ursinus bushes, you can expect to see lots of birds, including kingbirds, woodpigeons, finches, and sterlings. These bushes also attract bumble bees, butterflies, red foxes, chipmunks, and wild turkeys. Rubus Ursinus bushes are renowned for their foliage, flowers, and berries. Gardeners can enjoy planting them and then watching the birds and bees that enter their yards.

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