Ouachita Thornless Blackberry Plant – 2 Year Live Berry Shrub | Fast Growing Sweet Blackberry | Bare Root Garden Plant

Grow delicious garden berries with this live Ouachita Thornless Blackberry plant, a 2-year-old trimmed shrub ready for planting. This popular blackberry variety produces large, sweet, juicy berries and grows vigorously, making it a great addition to home gardens and berry patches.

The Ouachita blackberry (pronounced wash-a-tah) is known for its excellent fruit quality, high yields, and thornless canes, making harvesting easier and more enjoyable. In spring, the plant produces clusters of white flowers, which develop into rich black berries during summer.

This fast-growing shrub can reach over 6 feet tall and spreads by root runners, forming productive berry patches over time. It is ideal for training along fences, trellises, or garden rows and works well in backyard orchards and edible landscapes.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Ouachita thornless blackberry plant
✔️ 2-year-old trimmed plant
✔️ Shipped bare root in moist packing media
✔️ Healthy plant ready for planting
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Ouachita Thornless Blackberry
Botanical Name: Rubus fruticosus ‘Ouachita’
Plant Type: Perennial fruiting bramble
Growth Stage: Established 2-year plant

Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily preferred)
Soil: Most soils; prefers well-draining fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist during establishment
Spacing: 4–6 feet between plants
Support: Trellis or fence recommended for best growth

Mature Height: 6+ feet
Growth Rate: Fast growing
Harvest Season: Early to mid-summer
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes, with large containers and support

💡 Care Tip:
When the plant arrives, soak the roots in water before planting and plant as soon as possible. Add mulch around the base after planting to help retain moisture and support strong root establishment.