Apache Blackberry

Apache Floricane Thornless (Pat # 11865) Apache is an ERECT-growing, high-quality, productive blackberry. It produces larger and higher yields than previously released Arkansas thornless blackberries. Apache fruit is square-shaped, conical, and very attractive with a glossy, black finish. Apache has a good flavor and would be excellent for home gardeners, as well as the commercial grower. Form: deciduous semi-woody canes. Sun exposure: full sun. Height/habit: 5' - 8', upright. Spread: 4' - 8'. Spacing: 3'-4'.  Foliage type: compound, mid-green, pubescent. Flower form: open single rose-like flowers, 5-10 to a cluster and 1-2 clusters per cane. Flower color: white. Flowering date: early summer. Planting requirements plant it at the same depth it is growing at in the container. Firm well and water in thoroughly. Soil Requirements: tolerant of a wide range of soils. It will do best in a well-drained, humus-enriched one. Growth rate: fast once established, which takes approximately 5 weeks.  

Zones 5-9.

Size: 12 cm pot- Tissue Cultured