Grow Your Own Delicious Blackberries with Triple Crown Thornless Plants

The Triple Crown Blackberry is a fantastic addition to any garden, offering delicious and nutritious fruit without the hassle of thorns. These blackberry plants are fruiting shrubs that belong to the genus Rubus. Enjoy an abundance of blackberries, known for their high levels of antioxidants, including vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, and dietary fiber. With proper care, these blackberry bushes will reward you with years of flavorful harvests.

Blackberry plants thrive in sites with full sun, although they can tolerate some afternoon shade, especially in hotter climates. Careful site selection is essential for ensuring the longevity of your blackberry bushes, which can typically live for about a decade with proper care. The ideal soil is slightly acidic and well-draining; avoid planting in clay soil. Consider using raised beds to improve drainage and protect flower buds from late spring frosts. These thornless blackberry plants require moderate watering, approximately 1 inch per week. Avoid overwatering, as blackberries do not thrive in wet soils.

Benefits of Growing Triple Crown Blackberries:

• Thornless Variety: Enjoy harvesting without the scratches.
• High Yield: Produces abundant crops of juicy blackberries.
• Nutritious Fruit: Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber.
• Easy to Grow: Tolerates various growing conditions.
• Long-Lived: Can thrive for about a decade with proper care.

These starter plants are shipped as bare root, ready to be planted directly into your garden. We ship using USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. Ship times are typically 1-3 days from ordering, though this may increase during the spring due to higher demand. We strive for 5-star feedback. If you have any questions, please reach out. We aim to respond within 24 hours, though response times may increase during weekends or the spring season.

Frequently Asked Questions About Triple Crown Blackberries

1. How big will these Triple Crown Blackberry plants get? These plants can grow to be 5-8 feet tall and wide, so make sure you provide enough space for them to thrive.
2. What kind of soil is best for Triple Crown Thornless Blackberry plants? They prefer slightly acidic soil with good drainage, ideally with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter before planting.
3. How much sunlight do these blackberry plants need? Triple Crown Blackberries thrive in full sun, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal fruit production.
4. How often should I water my Triple Crown Blackberry bushes? Water thoroughly about 1 inch per week, especially during dry periods. Avoid overwatering and ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.
5. When is the best time to plant these bare root blackberry plants? The ideal time to plant is in early spring or late fall when the plants are dormant. This allows them to establish roots before the growing season or winter arrives.