Plant Care: How to Grow Low Chill Blackberries
Plant Type
Perennial Fruiting Shrub
The roots of the plant are Perennial, but the top is Biennial; meaning, a branch that comes up this Spring will not fruit until next year, and after fruiting it will die back. To maximize your berry harvest, learn the simple and exciting art of pruning!
Harvest Season
Spring, Summer
Mature Size
6-12 ft depending on variety
Soil & Moisture
Rich, well-draining soil
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Self-Fertile
Yes
Growth Rate
Fast
Zone Hardiness
Outdoors 6-9; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Propagation