Description
The Ouachita blackberry is a popular thornless variety known for its high yields and delicious fruit.
You must buy a minimum of 100 canes to be eligible for wholesale pricing. If you’re interested in fewer than 100, the price will be more.
Here’s a rundown of its key characteristics:
What it is:
- Thornless: A major advantage, making harvesting much easier and safer.
- High Yielding: Produces abundant crops of berries.
- Erect Canes: Grows upright, making it easier to manage and trellis.
- Disease Resistant: Generally resistant to common blackberry diseases.
- Good Flavor: The berries are known for their sweet and flavorful taste.
- Mid-Season Ripening: Typically ripens in mid-season, extending the harvest period.
Growing Tips:
- Sunlight: Needs full sun (at least 6-8 hours daily).
- Soil: Prefers well-drained soil, amended with compost or organic matter.
- Planting: Plant in early spring, spacing plants about 3-4 feet apart.
- Support: Provide a trellis or support system for the canes.
- Pruning: Prune annually to remove old canes and encourage new growth.
- Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells.
Other Considerations:
- Chill Hours: Requires a certain number of chill hours (below a specific temperature) to fruit properly.
- Self-Pollinating: Does not need another variety for pollination.
- Uses: Excellent for fresh eating, jams, jellies, pies, and freezing.
The Ouachita is a great choice for home gardeners and commercial growers alike due to its ease of growing, high yields, and delicious berries.
