A carefully curated selection of blackberry cultivars provides growers with an exciting array of fruiting times, flavors, and growth habits. This diverse assortment is perfect for those who appreciate variety in both their harvests and the ornamental appeal of their gardens. These cultivars are favored for their reliability and adaptability to UK gardens, producing sweet, glossy black berries that can be enjoyed fresh or transformed into delicious jams. With fruiting periods ranging from mid-summer to early autumn, these blackberries ensure a prolonged harvest season that delights gardeners and fruit enthusiasts alike.
The collection includes both thornless and thorny varieties, showcasing a spectrum of fruit sizes, sweetness levels, and colors, which can range from classic black to occasional reddish or dark purple hues. These plants are versatile in their growth habits, making them suitable for training on wires, trellises, or even allowing them to sprawl along fences and walls. This adaptability makes them an excellent choice for gardens with ample space for bramble growth, where they can thrive and create a lush, fruitful display.
To ensure optimal growth, blackberries prefer fertile, moist, yet well-drained soil, ideally situated in sunny or partially shaded areas. Regular pruning is essential after fruiting, which involves either removing the fruited canes or trimming the primocanes as needed. Hardy enough to withstand most winter conditions in the UK, these plants typically do not require additional protection. However, they can benefit from a layer of mulch in spring and a feeding of general-purpose fertilizer to promote healthy growth and abundant fruit production.
To provide you with such a great price, we are unable to accept orders for specific varieties. However, rest assured that whatever we send your way, you will be pleased with your plants. Height: 200 cm (79 in) Spread: 250 cm (98 in)
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Plant blackberry bushes in a sunny position in any well drained soil. Incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the ground prior to planting. When growing blackberry plants, support the stems on a framework of wires stretched between sturdy 1.8m (6') posts, or trained against a trellis or wall.
