Description
What is Horizon Blackberry?
Official Name: Prime Ark Horizon Semi Thornless Blackberry
- Type: A relatively new blackberry variety.
- Semi-thornless: It has fewer thorns than some other varieties, making harvesting easier.
- Primocane fruiting: This means it produces fruit on both the current year’s canes (primocanes) and the previous year’s canes (floricanes). This can lead to two crops in a season.
Key Features:
- High Yield: Known for its very high yield potential, particularly on floricanes.
- Large Berries: Produces large, firm berries with a good, slightly aromatic flavor.
- Good for Storage: Holds up well in storage, maintaining firmness with limited leakage.
- Adaptable: Seems to grow well in various regions but thrives in areas with moderate winter chill.
Growing Tips:
- Sunlight: Blackberries need full sun (at least 6-8 hours a day).
- Soil: Well-drained soil is crucial. Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter for best results.
- Planting: Plant in early spring, spacing plants about 3-4 feet apart.
- Support: Provide a trellis or support system for the canes to grow on.
- Pruning: Prune annually to encourage new growth and maintain a manageable size.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells, but avoid overwatering.
Where to Find Plants
- Online Nurseries: You can often find Prime Ark Horizon plants at online nurseries specializing in berry plants.
- Local Nurseries: Check with your local nurseries or garden centers, especially if they carry a variety of fruit bushes.
