The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Rubus fruticosus 'Black Satin' is typically from July to September.
thornless blackberry
Rubus fruticosus 'Black Satin'
Thornless Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus 'Black Satin') is a delectable deciduous shrub perfect for gardens and landscapes. It is sure to provide an abundance of sweet fruit once established. This large upright shrub produces blackberries that are teardrop-shaped and glossy black with a very juicy texture and wonderful flavour. It is capable of reaching heights of up to 2-4m, with a width that exceeds it’s height. Widely tolerant of a range of soils, it requires full sun for best fruit production. Prune after fruiting to keep the plant healthy and productive. An ideal choice for adding colour and texture to the garden!
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
6
Flowers:
Showy, White, Pink Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
black Fruits In Summer Ready In Summer
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,black
Growth Rate:
High
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water your Thornless Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus 'Black Satin') twice weekly during the growing season, from late spring until mid-fall. Water deeply, giving enough water to saturate the root zone. When the top 2 in (5 cm) of soil is dry, give the plant about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water. During hot days or dry spells increase the amount and frequency of watering. Water in the morning or late evening to reduce the amount of water lost to evaporation.
sunlight
Thornless blackberry (Rubus fruticosus 'Black Satin') plants need about 6 hours of full sun per day for best growth. They will tolerate some shade, but fruiting will be reduced with too much shade. They prefer a location with morning sun and afternoon shade. The plants should be placed in an area with good drainage. If planted in an area that tends to get soggy, supplemental planting should be done to ensure the best possible performance.
pruning
Thornless blackberries should be pruned in early spring, right after the last frost when the plant is still dormant. Prune each stem back to a length of 12-18 inches. Remove any dead or diseased canes and any canes that are thin and not producing much fruit. Also, prune out any vigorous upright canes, or cut them back to side shoots to promote branching and a more bushy growth habit. Be sure to leave a minimum of 3 to 4 canes per plant.
Season
Fall
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Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Rubus fruticosus 'Black Satin' typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
The best time to start harvesting the fruits from Rubus fruticosus 'Black Satin' is typically from July to September.
