Apache Thornless Blackberry Plant – 3+ Year Mature Plant | Large Fruit Variety | Semi Bare Root Berry Bush | High Yield Garden Plant

Grow abundant, sweet blackberries with this 3+ year old Apache Thornless Blackberry plant, a mature and well-rooted berry bush known for producing large, flavorful fruit. This variety was developed by the University of Arkansas and is highly valued for its giant berries, strong growth, and thornless canes, making harvesting easy and enjoyable.

Apache blackberry plants produce large, glossy black berries weighing around 7–10 grams each, with a rich sweet flavor perfect for fresh eating, baking, or preserves. As a mid-season producer, this variety offers reliable yields and excellent fruit quality.

Each plant is fresh dug after purchase to ensure the healthiest roots possible. Plants are shipped semi bare root and may be trimmed to approximately 2 feet for safer shipping and stronger establishment. During dormant months (October–March), plants may arrive without leaves, which is completely normal as new growth will appear in spring.

This hardy blackberry variety is ideal for home gardens, backyard orchards, and edible landscapes, providing years of productive harvests.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Apache thornless blackberry plant
✔️ 3+ year mature, well-rooted plant
✔️ Shipped semi bare root for safe transit
✔️ Plant trimmed for shipping (around 2 ft height)
✔️ Carefully packaged for healthy delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Apache Thornless Blackberry
Botanical Name: Rubus fruticosus ‘Apache’
Plant Type: Perennial fruiting bramble
Growth Stage: Mature plant (3+ years)

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Adaptable; prefers fertile, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Spacing: Approximately 6 feet between plants for airflow

Mature Height: 5–8 feet
Growth Rate: Fast growing
Harvest Season: Mid-season summer
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes, with large containers and support

💡 Care Tip:
After arrival, plant immediately in a pot or garden bed and water thoroughly. If the plant appears stressed from shipping, soak the root area overnight in water before planting and provide light shade for the first couple of weeks to help it establish.