Prime Ark-Freedom Blackberry: The World's First Primocane-Thornless Marvel
Unleash the future of home gardening with the 'Prime Ark-Freedom' Blackberry, globally recognized as the first primocane-fruiting and thornless commercial blackberry. Released in 2013, this groundbreaking variety promises exceptionally large, flavorful berries (averaging 9g, up to 16g) with the convenience of thorn-free harvesting. Ideal for home gardens and local markets, 'Prime Ark-Freedom' delivers dual crops – a very early floricane harvest and a promising primocane crop, especially in milder summer climates, extending your fresh berry season. Cultivate this vigorous, disease-resistant plant and enjoy a bountiful, easy-to-pick harvest of delicious blackberries.
Features
| Feature |
Description |
| Type |
World's first Primocane Thornless Erect blackberry |
| Fruiting Season |
Dual-crop: Floricane (summer) and Primocane (fall) |
| Thorns |
Completely thornless canes for easy harvesting |
| Fruit Size |
Very large; floricane averages 9g, primocane up to 16g in ideal conditions |
| Flavor Profile |
Good flavor with average 10.4% soluble solids |
| Maturity (Floricane) |
Very early, ripening 9-11 days before Natchez |
| Maturity (Primocane) |
Early to mid-August, extending into early October in suitable climates |
| Disease Resistance |
Excellent; no orange rust observed, only slight anthracnose |
| Growth Habit |
Very erect, vigorous plant requiring minimal support |
Benefits
| Benefit |
How It Helps You |
| Effortless Harvesting & Pruning |
Enjoy comfortable gardening with thornless canes, eliminating painful pricks and making maintenance a breeze. |
| Extended Harvest Season |
Benefit from dual-crop production with both floricane and primocane fruits, ensuring a fresh supply of berries from summer through fall. |
| Abundant, Very Large Berries |
Harvest exceptionally large, juicy blackberries that are perfect for fresh eating, baking, or selling at local markets, offering a truly satisfying yield. |
| Superior Flavor |
Savor deliciously sweet berries with excellent flavor ratings, ideal for all your culinary desires, from pies to preserves. |
| Early Summer Yields |
Be among the first to enjoy fresh blackberries each season with an exceptionally early floricane harvest, ahead of many other varieties. |
| Low Maintenance Growth |
Cultivate an erect and vigorous plant that stands strong, requiring less support and making it an easy addition to any garden. |
| Robust & Healthy Plants |
Grow with confidence thanks to good disease resistance, protecting your plants from common issues like orange rust and ensuring consistent productivity. |
Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| SKU |
PRIOQPP812-12 |
| Release Date |
2013 |
| USDA Hardiness Zones |
6-9 |
| Pot Size |
12 cm pot |
| Average Floricane Fruit Weight (Arkansas) |
9 grams |
| Maximum Primocane Fruit Weight (California) |
16 grams |
| Average Soluble Solids (Flavor) |
10.4% |
Usage & Fit
- Intended Use: Primarily designed for home gardens and local farmers' markets.
- Harvest Window: Enjoy summer berries from the early floricane crop, followed by primocane fruits from mid-August through early October, particularly in milder summer climates like coastal California.
- Temperature Considerations: Primocane yields can be lower in regions with very high summer temperatures (e.g., Arkansas).
- Postharvest: Best for fresh consumption and local distribution; not recommended for long-distance shipping due to moderate postharvest storage potential.
Ideal For
- Home Gardeners: Seeking easy-to-manage, productive, and thornless blackberry bushes.
- Local Market Growers: Looking for a unique, high-quality, large-fruited variety for direct-to-consumer sales.
- Berry Enthusiasts: Desiring an extended harvest season with both summer and fall fruit.
- Gardeners in Zones 6-9: Who need a reliable, vigorous blackberry plant suited to their climate.
- Flavor-Focused Cultivators: Prioritizing delicious, sweet fruit for fresh eating, baking, and preserves.
Policy & Support
| Category |
Detail |
| Contact Phone |
(479)846-6030 |
| Contact Email |
berriesunlimitedusa@gmail.com |
| Address |
807 Cedar Lane Prairie Grove, AR 72753 United States of America |
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