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Blackberry ' Karaka Black' Bush | Plant in 9cm Pot

Ripe and unripe 'Karaka Black' blackberries on a branch with green leaves, showcasing deep black and vibrant red colors.

Ripe and unripe 'Karaka Black' blackberries on a branch with green leaves, deep purple and red hues against a blurred natural background.

Blackberry ' Karaka Black' Bush | Plant in 9cm Pot

Blackberry ' Karaka Black' Bush | Plant in 9cm Pot

Name: Blackberry ' Karaka Black' Bush | Plant in 9cm Pot
Brand: Winters Hill
SKU: shopify_GB_15178820518267_55626625778043
Price: 16.99 GBP
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Highlights
Variety Specifications
Planting & Care

Elegant, arching canes with dark green foliage and pretty white blooms in spring.
Produces exceptionally large, glossy black berries, up to 7.5cm long.
Enjoy a rich, juicy flavour with a perfect balance of sweetness.
An RHS 'Plant for Pollinators', providing a valuable food source for bees.
A versatile plant that thrives in both full sun and partial shade.
Harvest delicious fruit over a long season, from early summer to autumn.

Species: Blackberry
Features: Evergreen, Fantastic foliage, Fully hardy
Flowering Time: June, July, August
Harvest Time: June, July, August
Flower Colour: Green, White
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Habit: Trailing, woody stems
Hardiness: H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15)
Eventual Spread: Spreads approx 4-8m unless pruned
Pollination: Self-fertile, so you only need one plant for a good crop.
Tasting Notes: Rich, juicy and sweet
Uses: Eating fresh, cooking, jams and sauces

Planting Time: January to April or November to December.
Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-draining loam or sandy soil. Dig in organic matter like compost or manure when planting.
Spacing: Plant at least 60cm apart.
Watering: Water in thoroughly after planting. Keep soil moist throughout summer, watering once or twice a week, increasing in dry weather.
Feeding: This plant gets all the nutrients it needs from the soil, so no extra feeding is required.
Pest & Disease: Excellent disease resistance. Birds love the fruit, so netting is advised to protect your crop.
Pruning: Prune in autumn or winter. Blackberries fruit on the previous year's growth. After harvesting, cut the canes that have fruited down to the base. Tie in the new canes that have grown during the summer, as these will carry next year's fruit.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: Plant in 9cm pot
Height on Arrival: 10-20cm
Eventual Height: Grows to a height of approx 1.5-2.5m
Time to First Crop: Fruits on one-year-old wood, so expect your first crop in the second year.

Highlights

Elegant, arching canes with dark green foliage and pretty white blooms in spring.
Produces exceptionally large, glossy black berries, up to 7.5cm long.
Enjoy a rich, juicy flavour with a perfect balance of sweetness.
An RHS 'Plant for Pollinators', providing a valuable food source for bees.
A versatile plant that thrives in both full sun and partial shade.
Harvest delicious fruit over a long season, from early summer to autumn.

Variety Specifications

Species: Blackberry
Features: Evergreen, Fantastic foliage, Fully hardy
Flowering Time: June, July, August
Harvest Time: June, July, August
Flower Colour: Green, White
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Habit: Trailing, woody stems
Hardiness: H6: hardy in all of UK and northern Europe (-20 to -15)
Eventual Spread: Spreads approx 4-8m unless pruned
Pollination: Self-fertile, so you only need one plant for a good crop.
Tasting Notes: Rich, juicy and sweet
Uses: Eating fresh, cooking, jams and sauces

Planting & Care

Planting Time: January to April or November to December.
Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-draining loam or sandy soil. Dig in organic matter like compost or manure when planting.
Spacing: Plant at least 60cm apart.
Watering: Water in thoroughly after planting. Keep soil moist throughout summer, watering once or twice a week, increasing in dry weather.
Feeding: This plant gets all the nutrients it needs from the soil, so no extra feeding is required.
Pest & Disease: Excellent disease resistance. Birds love the fruit, so netting is advised to protect your crop.
Pruning: Prune in autumn or winter. Blackberries fruit on the previous year's growth. After harvesting, cut the canes that have fruited down to the base. Tie in the new canes that have grown during the summer, as these will carry next year's fruit.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: Plant in 9cm pot
Height on Arrival: 10-20cm
Eventual Height: Grows to a height of approx 1.5-2.5m
Time to First Crop: Fruits on one-year-old wood, so expect your first crop in the second year.