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Natchez Thornless Blackberry

Berry

Rubus species 'Natchez'

Overview
The earliest ripening thornless blackberry variety, producing huge, sweet berries up to two weeks before other cultivars. Developed by the University of Arkansas, Natchez offers exceptional flavor, impressive berry size, and vigorous disease-resistant canes that make harvesting a pleasure without thorns.
Planting
Plant bare-root canes in early spring. Set at same depth as nursery, space adequately for air circulation.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 5.5–7. Space plants 48" apart. Germination: 14-28 (from seed, canes preferred).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Japanese beetle, aphids, spider mites, cane borers. Common diseases: Anthracnose, cane blight, orange rust.