Natchez Blackberry

The Natchez Thornless Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus 'Natchez') is an semi-upright spine-free deciduous and thornless cultivar, making the sweet, firm berries. Bright green leaves are fairly large with slight serration around the edges. Flowers are small white/pink appearing in spring followed by fruit set. Fruit begins to ripen in mid summer (mid June thru early July). The yield of fruit is twice that of its sister variety Arapaho, and it produces a consistent large berry. An early producer, mid-June. This disease-resistant, cutting-edge variety will give you large, sweet berries each year.  No serious problems, threats, or pest issues to speak of with this Blackberry shrub. Very heat tolerant, with a rapid growth rate. Uses: Backyards, jams, pies, syrups, cobblers, jellies or just eaten fresh Plant in full sun to part shade, in well draining soils with at least a pH level of 6.5 - 6.8. Chill Hours: 300-350  Height: 4-6' Width: 4-5' Spacing: 3-5' Zones: 5-9 What you are purchasing i