Blackberry Plant

When examined closely, the flowers of the plant are white, and the flower itself will have five petals. The leaves of the plant will be dark green. The bushes are perennial plants that can increase up to 10 feet tall and wide when provided with adequate care and maintenance. They typically produce thorny stems, dark green leaves, and an abundance of edible berries that range in color from deep red to almost black. These bushes prefer full sun exposure and well-draining soil, and can be trained to grow on trellises or fences for support.

With proper pruning and regular fertilization, the bushes can yield a bountiful harvest of sweet and juicy fruit for many years. These plants grow best if they are planted in a well-drained, fertile soil. To help your plants grow well, adding manure or compost is a good idea. Planting the plants in areas that get full sunlight is essential for optimal growth. The plants should not be planted in areas where potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, or eggplant have been previously grown. These particular plants are often host to a fungus known as Verticillium, which can cause blackberries to experience root rot.

Blackberry Plants are a perennial shrub found in the family Rosaceae. There are 237 species of them worldwide. The fruit has three distinct stem types: arching, erect, and trailing. The leaves of the bush are bright green and prickly, so care must be taken when picking the berries. The bushes can live up to ten years and are self-fruitful, meaning you will only need to plant one cultivar. Five or six plants generally produce enough berries for four individuals.