Rubus alleghaniensis - Shrub - Allegheny Blackberry, Blackberry

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: may also require warm stratification, so germinatioin may be delayed by 1 year.|can be fall sown without stratification.|if hot water treatment does not allow seed to imbibe, boiling water or sulfuric acid treatment is required

Rubus alleghaniensisRubus alleghaniensis

Allegheny Blackberry, Blackberry

In Stock: 0.794 lb (Total:0.794lb)

Rubus allegheniensis

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0.79 lb NY

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Germination:

83%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

256,410

Quantity:

0.79 lb

Collected in:

New York

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1834835

Characteristics

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Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia (Hrvatska), Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in hot tap water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 1/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Discover the vibrant beauty and versatility of Rubus alleghaniensis or common blackberry. Native to East Canada and the US, including the mountains of North Carolina, this multi-stemmed shrub is a proud member of the rose family. Adorned with striking red-purple stems lined with prickles, Allegheny blackberry blooms in late spring or early summer, securing its position as a beacon of natural beauty.
The woody shrub yields canes that initially stand erect, bending with age to form a unique arching pattern. It's not just an elegant sight; the blackberry will re-root itself into the ground, transforming into a loose vegetative colony. Blackberry thrives in rich, fertile soil and amicably tolerates clay loam or rocky soil types.
Standing 3-6 ft. tall and spanning 6-12 ft. wide, blackberry sets itself apart with gland-tipped hairs covering the branches. Its palmately or pinnately compound summer foliage adopts captivating hues of orange, red, and purple during the fall. After its five-petaled flowers have had their display, you'll witness the emergence of thimble-shaped black berries, reminiscent of tantalizing raspberries.
Beyond its aesthetic allure, Allegheny blackberry plays a crucial role in local ecosystems. Offering a food source for pollinators, birds, and several mammal species, and year-round cover, it's a nod to the co-existence of beauty and biodiversity. Adorn your space with Allegheny blackberry and embrace the essence of natural magnificence.