Loganberry Blackberry Hybrid
- SKU:
- 1260-12
Description
Discover the Exquisite Loganberry Blackberry Hybrid: A Thornless, High-Yielding Delight for Your Garden
Unearth a unique treasure for your home orchard with the Loganberry Blackberry Hybrid (Rubus × loganobaccus). This fascinating early-season hybrid fruit plant, accidentally created in 1881 by James Harvey Logan, combines the best characteristics of its blackberry and raspberry parents. Known for its exceptionally strong, trailing growth and large, sweet-tart fruit, it's currently on sale for just $16.99 (originally $24.99) for a large plant in a 12 cm pot. Experience the unparalleled joy of growing your own abundant harvest, perfect for fresh eating, cooking, or making the finest jams and jellies.
Features
| Characteristic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Hybrid Type | Loganberry Floricane Thornless (Rubus × loganobaccus) |
| Parentage | Cross between blackberry (Rubus ursinus 'Aughinbaugh') and raspberry (Rubus idaeus 'Red Antwerp') |
| Origin | Accidentally developed in 1881 by James Harvey Logan in Santa Cruz, CA |
| Growth Habit | Trails or grows upon the ground, similar to a dewberry |
| Growth Vigor | Exceedingly strong; individual shoots reach 8-10 feet per season, 40-50 feet aggregate growth per plant |
| Canes | Very large and thornless, possessing only very fine, soft, fur-like spines |
| Leaves | Deep green, coarse, and thick, resembling raspberry foliage |
| Fruiting Season | Early season |
| Fruit Size | As large as the biggest blackberry |
| Fruit Shape | Prolonged shape with distinct globules |
| Fruit Color | Dark bright red when fully ripe |
| Flavor Profile | Unique combined blackberry and raspberry taste; pleasant, mild, vinous, and delightful |
| Seeds | Very small, soft, and not abundant |
| Yield & Firmness | Enormous bearers; fruit is very firm and transports well |
| Plant Size | Large plants in 12 cm pots |
Benefits
| Benefit | How It Helps You |
|---|---|
| Unique Gourmet Flavor | Enjoy a distinct, pleasant, and vinous taste that blends blackberry and raspberry, offering a culinary experience not easily found in stores. |
| Exceptional Productivity | Yields an enormous abundance of fruit, ensuring a generous harvest for all your fresh eating, cooking, and preserving needs. |
| Thornless Canes | Simplifies harvesting and pruning, eliminating the common pain point of thorny bushes and making garden management a breeze. |
| Vigorous & Robust Growth | These strong growers establish quickly, producing 8-10 foot shoots in a single season, translating to a rapidly flourishing and productive plant. |
| Versatile Culinary Use | Perfect for eating raw, baking, cooking, or making unparalleled jelly and jam, satisfying diverse culinary interests. |
| Pleasant Eating Experience | The fruit boasts small, soft, and less abundant seeds, enhancing enjoyment compared to other berry varieties. |
| Reliable for Transport | Produces very firm fruit that holds up well, making it ideal for sharing, selling, or bringing to market. |
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Loganberry Blackberry Hybrid |
| Botanical Name | Rubus × loganobaccus |
| SKU | 1260-12 |
| Hardiness Zones | USDA Zones 6-9 |
| Pot Size | 12 cm pot |
Usage & Fit Guidance
- Planting Location: Choose a site with ample space to accommodate its trailing growth habit. Loganberry vines are vigorous, reaching 40-50 feet of aggregate growth, so consider trellises or ground space.
- Best Uses: Enjoy the unique flavor profile fresh from the vine, or incorporate into pies, tarts, and other baked goods. Its firmness and balanced flavor make it unparalleled for crafting homemade jelly or jam.
- Watering: Ensure consistent moisture, especially during fruiting, to support its prolific yield.
Ideal For
- The Home Orchardist: Perfect for gardeners in USDA Hardiness Zones 6-9 seeking a highly productive and unique berry plant.
- Culinary Enthusiasts: Those who value fresh, homegrown produce and enjoy experimenting with distinct fruit flavors for cooking, baking, and preserving.
- Gardeners Seeking Low-Maintenance Berries: Appreciates the convenience of thornless canes and the satisfaction of robust, vigorous growth.
- Self-Sufficiency Advocates: Ideal for individuals motivated to grow their own food for health, freshness, and the pride of a personal harvest.
- Those Seeking Unique Varieties: For buyers looking for special fruit varieties not commonly found in local stores, offering a gourmet addition to their garden.
Policy & Support
| Service/Policy | Detail |
|---|---|
| Customer Service | Berries Unlimited provides helpful customer service. Contact us at (479)846-6030 or berriesunlimitedusa@gmail.com. |
| Informative Resources | Access our informative growing articles to ensure your plants thrive. |
| Mailing Address | 807 Cedar Lane Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States of America |
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2 Reviews
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Loganberry
Berry Update If I had to choose one berry bush based on it's beauty, the loganberry would have the top spot. This is a very attractive bush, the leaves are absolutely by beautiful, and the enormous, soft and delicious berries look stunning in the row. Highly recommend this one! Thank you!
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Loganberry
In great condition, arrived ready to grow! Don't be afraid to order from this company. I have placed seve al orders, and haven't been disappointed in the plants or the helpful customer service. If you're not sure about how to grow these plants, just ask them or read their very informative articles on the site. Thank you.
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