Blackberry Plant
Our blackberry plants are the same wild-collected as you'd get from the wild. They produce sweet berries in the warm season. They are highly sought after to make pies and cobblers, especially in the South. They are rich in antioxidants and make a perfect organic snack.
Although it’s native to North America, various species of this shrub can be found in South America, Europe, and Asia, growing wild in sunny areas alongside the edges of the woodlines.
How to Identify the Blackberry Plant
The plant is considered a low-growing shrub that can reach a maximum height of five feet. Most bushes are between two and five feet tall, but 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, making it part of the bramble family of bushes. Depending on the climate where they are planted, these bushes grow white flowers between April and May. In late summer, gardeners can expect these plants to produce berries.
Planting Thornless Blackberry Bushes
Gardeners can enjoy planting them 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
These bushes perform well around other flowers and shrubs. You can plant hyssop to create a focal point in your yard and discourage pests. 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 dewberry bushes include tansy, hazelnuts, and serviceberries.
Attract Birds and Bees
Berry plants attract wildlife, which love to forage for pollen, berries, and seeds. Once you plant your Rubus bushes, you can expect to see lots of birds, including kingbirds, woodpigeons, finches, and sterling's. Shop with us and get your blackberry plant today.
Blackberry Plant also attract bumble bees, butterflies, red foxes, chipmunks and wild turkeys. Rubus 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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Are thornless blackberries easy to grow?
Yes, thornless blackberry bushes are easy to grow in sunny spots and can produce sweet berries in late summer.
What makes thornless blackberry bushes different from regular blackberry plants?
These bushes have smooth canes without sharp spines, making harvesting easier and safer.
Are thornless berries good for wildlife?
Absolutely. Thornless berries attract birds, bees, butterflies, and other wildlife, making your garden lively and full of activity.
How much fruit does a blackberry fruit bush produce?
A healthy blackberry fruit bush can produce a generous harvest of juicy, antioxidant-rich berries each season.
Exposure
Blackberry plants thrive in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of natural sunlight daily for optimal fruit production. While they can tolerate partial shade, reduced sunlight may result in fewer berries and smaller fruit size.
Height at Maturity
Under 10 Feet
Usage
Berry
Shipped As
Bare-root
Planting Zones
4-9
How To Grow
How to Grow and Care for Fruit Trees and Berry Plants
Fruit trees and berry plants bring beauty, fragrance, and delicious harvests to your garden while supporting pollinators and wildlife. To grow them successfully, choose varieties suited to your USDA zone and plant them in full sun—at least 6–8 hours daily—for the best fruit production. Both fruit trees (like apple, peach, and pear) and berry plants (like blackberry, raspberry, and blueberry) thrive in well-draining, compost-enriched soil.
Plant in early spring or fall, spacing according to the plant’s mature size to ensure proper airflow and sunlight. Water deeply after planting and keep the soil evenly moist during the first growing season. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate temperature, but keep it a few inches away from the trunk or stems.
Prune annually to encourage healthy branching and better yields. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced or fruit-specific blend. With regular care, fruit trees and berry plants reward you with beautiful blooms and sweet, homegrown harvests for years to come.
