The Prime-Ark Freedom Blackberry is a thornless cultivar that made history as the world's very first commercially available blackberry that is completely free of thorns while simultaneously bearing fruit on both first-year and second-year canes. The plant features an upright, erect growth habit that reduces the need for heavy trellising. It produces large, firm, and intensely sweet berries. Because it fruits multiple times per season, it provides a reliable, extended supply of fresh fruit from early summer until the first winter freeze.

Specifications

First thornless primocane blackberry, from U of Arkansas. Large fruit with good flavor, floricane fruit ripens early July. New canes (primocanes) begin fruiting mid-August in years when summer heat is not excessive. For home gardens and local markets; short storage life. Upright growth habit, but may require some support. USDA Zones 5-9. Pat. No. 26990.