Blackberry 'Prime Ark Freedom'

Enjoy sweet freedom—without the pricks!
The 'Prime Ark Freedom' Blackberry is the first-ever thornless, primocane-fruiting variety, which means it produces berries on both first- and second-year canes. Expect large, juicy blackberries bursting with flavor—perfect for snacking, baking, jams, and smoothies.

🌱 Plant Details:

• Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub

• Height: 5–6 ft (with support)

• Spread: 4–5 ft

• Fruit: Extra-large, glossy black berries

• Thorns: None! Totally thornless canes

• Pet Friendly: Yes — safe for cats and dogs (ASPCA-approved)

🌞 Light Requirements:

Needs full sun (6–8+ hours daily) for the best fruit yield.

🌿 Soil & Watering:

• Prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5)

• Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy

• Add mulch to help retain moisture and block weeds

📅 Fruiting Timeline:

• First harvest: Early summer on new canes

• Second (lighter) harvest: Fall in warm regions

• Zones: Best in 7–10; can survive Zone 6 with winter protection

🛠️ Care Tips:

• Use a trellis or fence for upright growth and easy picking

• Prune spent canes after fruiting

• Feed with a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) in spring

• Watch for birds—netting can protect your fruit

🎉 Fun Fact:

Developed by the University of Arkansas, this plant is beloved by home gardeners and pros alike! Because it fruits on first-year canes, you won’t have to wait long for berries—just plant and enjoy.

Ready to grow your own blackberry paradise?
Whether in the ground or a container, this easy-care, thornless variety makes growing fresh berries simple and satisfying. No gloves needed!

🛒 Add to cart now and enjoy sweet, homegrown blackberries in no time!

Plants ship from our location in Florida and arrive nationwide within 5-8 business days. All our plants ship exclusively with UPS to ensure they arrive timely and in good condition. For those users in Florida, George, North Carolina, South Carolina, or Virginia, shipping may be faster. Estimated shipping dates can be seen in checkout. Plant exclusions may apply.

We monitior the weather in each destination location to maximize the shipping time and utilize thermal protection to ensure that the plant is protected. You can add a heatpack or thermal bag to your order if temperatures at night fall below 40 degrees.

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