Blackberry 'Thornless Evergreen'

Botanical Name: Rubus fruticosus 'Thornless Evergreen'
Common Name: Thornless Evergreen Blackberry

Description:
Blackberry 'Thornless Evergreen' is a vigorous, thornless variety of blackberry that is highly valued for its consistent productivity and easy-to-harvest, sweet berries. This cultivar stands out for its deeply lobed, evergreen foliage that provides year-round interest, making it not only a fruit-producing plant but also an attractive landscape feature. The berries ripen from mid to late summer, providing an abundant harvest of juicy, sweet blackberries that are excellent for fresh eating, preserves, or baking.

Key Features:

• Fruit Colour: Glossy black
• Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer (white flowers)
• Harvest Season: Mid to late summer
• Foliage: Deeply lobed, evergreen leaves that provide year-round greenery
• Mature Size: 8-10 feet tall with a similar spread when trellised
• Exposure: Full sun
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil
• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil

Special Features:

• Thornless canes make harvesting easy and pain-free
• Vigorous growth with excellent fruit production
• Attractive evergreen foliage provides ornamental value year-round
• Ideal for home gardens, edible landscapes, and small orchards
• Low-maintenance once established and relatively pest-free

Care Instructions:
Train the vigorous canes onto a trellis or support system to manage growth and improve air circulation. Prune after harvest to remove old canes and encourage new growth. Regular watering, especially during dry periods, will ensure optimal fruit production, and mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.

Blackberry 'Thornless Evergreen' is an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, thornless blackberry variety that offers both aesthetic appeal and delicious fruit.