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Apache Thornless Blackberry

Berry

Rubus 'Apache'

Overview
A premium thornless blackberry variety developed by the University of Arkansas, producing some of the largest and sweetest blackberries available to home gardeners. This erect-growing variety requires no trellising and produces heavy crops of glossy black berries with exceptional flavor and firmness. Apache's self-supporting canes and extended harvest period make it ideal for gardeners wanting maximum fruit production with minimal maintenance.
Planting
Plant bare root canes in late winter/early spring. Mulch heavily and provide good air circulation.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 5.5–6.8. Space plants 36" apart. Germination: 14-28 days from seed.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Spider mites, aphids, cane borers, birds, Japanese beetles. Common diseases: Cane blight, orange rust, crown gall.