Wild Blackberry - Rubus moluccanus

The Wild Blackberry is native to eastern Australia and Southeast Asia. It is considered to be a scrambling or climbing shrub that has a vigorous growth habit, forming dense thickets of robust and woody stems. It grows well in disturbed areas, along forest edges, and roadsides.

The robust stems of this shrub are grayish brown to reddish in color and covered in prickly hooked thorns. The leaves are large and covered in spines themselves. They have a crinkled appearance on the surface and are lush green in color. Flowering in spring, the blooms emerge on a terminal and compound raceme and are pinkish-white to bright white in color.

Plant Details - Wild Blackberry

Family: Rosaceae (Rose family)

Hardiness Zones: 9–11

Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade

Water Needs: Moderate

Height: 6.5 - 10 ft

Spread: 3 - 10 ft

Growth Rate: Fast

Bloom Time: Spring to summer

Flower Color: Pinkish-red or white

Fruit: Red, globose berries

Wildlife Value: Attracts pollinators (bees and butterflies), fruits are consumed by small animals

Once pollinated, ruby red immature fruit develops. Once mature, the fruit becomes deep purple or black in color, with a delicious sour to sweet flavor. You will have to fight the wildlife for them if you plan to get a snack for yourself!

The Wild Blackberry is deciduous, losing it leaves in the autumn; however, these dense thickets remain. While the plant is considered invasive and, in some regions of the world, a noxious weed, it does provide an excellent food source for wildlife and its growth habit creates a protective habitat for birds and small mammals.

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - Wild Blackberry

This plant is both easy to grow and tends to adapt well to many environments, which is why it is so successful across the globe. They prefer full sun and will need this condition for the best berry production.

While it is a useful and beautiful plant, it has been identified as invasive to many regions around the world. If planting in your own garden, be aware that it will take over areas if not managed.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Easy to grow, delicious fruit, attractive to wildlife

Plant this easy to grow and vibrant plant in your garden and enjoy delicious, juicy berries year after year. Shop for Wild Blackberry shrubs online at TN Nursery. For 68 years, we have served the landscaping industry and homeowners with specimen plants.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Spring

Bloom/Foliage Color

White

Height at Maturity

Under 10 Feet

Care

Wild blackberries thrive in well-drained soil with ample moisture. Trim them yearly to promote new growth and remove dead canes. Mulch to control soil dampness and suppress weeds. Fertilize in early spring for best fruit production.

Plant Reproduction

Blackberry spreads via underground runners and seed dispersal by animals.

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.

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