Apache Blackberry

Apache Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus) is a berry lover’s dream, boasting large, juicy fruits with a deep black hue. This blackberry plant ensures a generous harvest, perfect for fresh eating, jams, or desserts. Its thornless nature and vibrant fruits make it a garden gem.

6-12″ Bareroot

Cold Tolerance: USDA Zone 6-8
Soil pH: 5.5-6.5
Soil Type: Well-drained
Water Requirements: Moderate, consistent moisture
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Heat Tolerance: Moderate
Chilling Hours: 300-500 hours

Pollination Requirements: Self-pollinating
Pollination Mechanisms: Insects (bees)
Bloom Time: May-June
Flower Color: White

Plant Size: 4-5' tall, 3-4' wide
Plant Spacing: 4-5' apart
Growth Habit: Erect, semi-erect
Rootstock: Own Roots

Berry Size: 1"
Berry Flavor: Sweet
Berry Color and Appearance Glossy black, large
Harvest Time: Late June to Early August
Yield & Storage: High, store in a cool, dry place
Years to Bear: 2-3

Anthracnose: Resistant
Cane Blight: Resistant
Orange Rust: Resistant
Rosette Disease: Resistant
Raspberry Crown Borer: Resistant
Aphids: Resistant

Growth Habit: Erect, semi-erect
Foliage Color: Green
Fall Color: Orange-red
Lifespan: 10-15 years
Toxicity: Non-toxic
Invasive Potential: Low
Native Range: Native to North America
Nitrogen Fixing: No

Our 365-Day Plant Guarantee: We ensure that our plants are delivered to you alive and healthy. If your plant does not survive its first year, you're eligible for store credit under these conditions:

1. Your location falls within the appropriate USDA hardiness zone for the plant variety (refer to our hardiness zone map).
2. You maintain the roots' moisture and plant within three days of delivery, following the instructions in our Planting Guide.

If you're concerned about your plant's health, please consult our guide, How to Tell if Your Tree is Dead or Dormant. Remember, our plants are shipped in a dormant state and may leaf out at different times based on their species. To check for plant vital