Ouachita Blackberry

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Rubus - Ouachita

Thornless Blackberry
An outstanding, erect-growing blackberry producing firm, glossy black fruit of excellent flavor. Berries are large, sweet, and hold well after harvest. Plants are vigorous and productive, fruiting on second-year canes (floricanes). A dependable variety for home gardens and small plantings.

Hardiness: USDA Zones 6–9
Pollination: Self-fertile
Fruit Ripening: Early to mid-season (typically early summer in Zone 7)

Plant Characteristics

• Thornless
• Erect growth habit
• Produces on second-year canes
• Adaptable to a range of soil types (well-drained preferred)
• Poor tolerance of wet soils

Resistance & Tolerance

• Pest Resistance – Good
• Disease Resistance – Excellent
• Drought Tolerance – Good
• Heat Tolerance – Excellent
• Humidity Tolerance – Excellent
• Sun Tolerance – Excellent
• Shade Tolerance – Fair
• Salt Tolerance – Fair
• Deer Resistance – Poor
• No-Spray Performance – Very Good

Fruit Quality

• Firm texture
• Sweet flavor
• Excellent fresh eating quality
• Suitable for fresh use, freezing, and preserves
• “Fresh for Kids” rating – Very Good

A reliable thornless blackberry combining strong disease resistance with high fruit quality and adaptability across much of the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.