Darrow Thorned Blackberry Plants – Set of 5 Starter Plugs | 3–6 Inches Tall | Bare Root Rubus fruticosus | Cold Hardy Berry Bush

Start your berry garden with this set of 5 Darrow Thorned Blackberry starter plants, each measuring approximately 3–6 inches tall and shipped bare root without pots for easy planting. The Darrow blackberry is a classic variety known for its excellent cold hardiness, vigorous growth, and delicious sweet fruit.

Developed by the New York Agricultural Experiment Station, Darrow blackberry plants produce large, firm berries with a rich flavor often compared to wild blackberries. This variety grows as an upright shrub with sturdy thorny canes, making it durable and highly productive across many climates.

Darrow blackberry plants are ideal for backyard berry patches, edible landscapes, and home orchards, producing abundant fruit perfect for fresh eating, baking, jams, and preserves.

You will receive:
✔️ 5 Darrow blackberry starter plugs
✔️ Height: approximately 3–6 inches tall
✔️ Bare root plants (no pot)
✔️ Healthy starter plants ready for planting
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe shipping

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Darrow Blackberry
Botanical Name: Rubus fruticosus ‘Darrow’
Plant Type: Perennial fruiting bramble
Growth Stage: Starter plug

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Spacing: 3–4 feet between plants

Mature Height: 4–6 feet
Growth Rate: Fast growing once established
Harvest Season: Mid to late summer
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes, with large containers

💡 Care Tip:
Since these plants ship bare root, plant them as soon as possible after arrival. Soaking the roots in water for 3–6 hours before planting helps rehydrate them and supports healthy establishment.