Blackberries produce sweet berries, great for fresh eating or preserves.. Latin name is Rubus fruticosus.
How many blackberries per plant
You can expect to get a 2-4 lbs per plant.
Companion plants
Some good companion plants for blackberries are tansy, garlic, legumes.
Watering needs
Regular, even watering
Climate preferences
Full sun, well-draining soil
Common pests & diseases
Raspberry crown borer, Japanese beetle, Fruit rots
Space
Mature blackberries can be between 3 and 4 ft wide.
You might need between 5 and 8 ft of space around the plant(s).
Note: the information above should be used just as an overall guide. The exact values will depend on the variety, growing conditions, plant maturity, and will vary year over year. We hope this brings you useful information.
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