Arapaho Erect Thornless Blackberry

Eager growers, early producers!

These tall, erect canes yield extra-tasty blackberries with exceptionally small seeds. The Arapaho Erect Thornless blackberry plant is an early ripening variety that produces medium to large-sized blackberries early to mid-summer. Enjoy fresh blackberries that ripen over four weeks!

The thornless and upright nature of these plants, coupled with plump berries that have small seeds, make this an excellent choice for backyard gardens and u-pick farms. Wonderfully picked fresh, and ideal for freezing and baking. The firm, glossy berries work wonderfully in tarts and pies.

How to Grow Arapaho Blackberries

Plant Arapaho blackberry plants about 3-4 ft. apart. This is a self-pollinating plant that has spreading potential. New canes come up from the roots to increase productivity. It is necessary to prune blackberries annually for the best crop. At any time of the year, you can prune crossed or dead branches to encourage new growth. In late winter, prune back last year’s fruiting canes.

The blackberry bush will produce fruit on new growth since Arapaho is a summer-bearing floricane. Arapaho blackberry trellises are not required but may provide support and vertical growing potential.

Bred by the University of Arkansas.