Arapaho Thornless Blackberry PP#8510

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Rubus spp. – Arapaho Blackberry

Arapaho is the earliest ripening thornless blackberry variety, with fruit ripening in a concentrated 4-week period. This variety is ideal for southern regions, as it requires only 400-500 chill hours (hours with temperatures below 45°F). With Plant Patent #8510, it thrives in USDA Zones 6-8.

Key Features:

• Thornless canes, which are erect and self-supporting
• Good fruit quality with early ripening
• Establishes a full fruiting row quickly
• Tolerates temperatures in Zones 6-8

Plant Characteristics:

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Very Good
• Heat Tolerance: Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Very Good
• Sun Tolerance: Very Good
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
• Shade Tolerance: Fair
• No Spray: Excellent
• Salt Tolerance: Good
• Fresh for Kids: Good
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Thorns: None
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Berry
• Self Fertile: Yes