blackberry

Water this blackberry plant species deeply, about once per week, to keep the soil slightly moist but not soggy. When watering, water at the base of the plant and ensure that the water penetrates down to the root system. Mulch can also help retain moisture in the soil. Monitor the soil on a regular basis and adjust the watering schedule if the soil is too dry or too wet. Additionally, in hot, dry, and sunny periods of weather, increase watering of the plant species as needed.

Blackberry (Rubus 'APF-190T' PRIME-ARK TRAVELER) plants prefer full sun, receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. During the hottest part of the growing season (usually between mid-morning and early afternoon), the plant will thrive if given 8-10 hours of direct sunlight. Throughout the year, however, blackberry plants should have access to morning sun and afternoon shade in order to reduce the risk of leaf scorch.

It is recommended to prune blackberry (Rubus 'APF-190T' PRIME-ARK TRAVELER) in the late winter or early spring, as soon as the threat of cold weather has passed. Prune canes to 4 to 5 feet in height by either cutting the tip back to that height or cutting the entire cane close to the ground. It is also recommended to thin out overcrowding of canes and to remove dead or diseased canes. Prune out any new growth from the base of the plant. Pruning should also be done in the late summer or early fall to encourage quality and quantity of berries the next season. At this time remove any canes that have finished fruiting, or any canes that are weak, diseased or dead.