Ouachita Blackberry

Container Growing

Possible in large containers with adequate drainage, though in-ground is preferred for best long-term yield.

Family

Rosaceae

Foliage Look

Dark green, textured compound leaves on sturdy, upright stems.

Foliage Rules

Compound leaves, typically with 5 leaflets on mature growth, serrated edges.

Fruit Flower Look

Bright white five-petaled flowers or large, succulent, black, ripened fruit.

Fruit Flower Rules

White flowers appear in spring; black berries form on floricanes in summer. No fruit on juvenile starters.

Growth Habit Rules

Should maintain an upright, non-vining appearance.

Mature Plant Look

Upright, bush-like bramble with dark foliage and clusters of heavy, glossy blackberries.

Mature Stage Morphology

Erect, thornless stems with serrated, dark green compound leaves and clusters of glossy black berries.

Morphology Rules

Ensure the plant is represented as thornless, as this is a key trait of this cultivar.

Plant Faqs

How tall does the Ouachita blackberry grow? It typically reaches 4 to 5 feet in height. Is this blackberry thornless? Yes, Ouachita is known for its thornless stems. When does it produce fruit? It typically fruits in mid-summer. Can I grow this in a container? It is possible in a large container, but it performs best in open ground.

Root Look

Healthy white roots visible in a well-developed starter plug.

Soil Look

Peat-based, dark brown, moisture-retaining potting mix.

Starter Stage

Small green leafy plug with developing root system.

Starter Stage Morphology

Young green canes and compound leaves characteristic of young Rubus plants.

Video Voiceover Script

Welcome to Agardeni, where inspiration for gardening helps us imagine how and where we will grow Ouachita Blackberry. This is Ouachita Blackberry, available as 18, 36, and 72 plant starter trays through the Agardeni Marketplace. Let Ouachita Blackberry become part of your aspirational plan, helping you imagine the productive edible garden you want to create. These blackberries are defined by their large, glossy, and sweet fruit that ripens to a deep black during the mid-summer harvest. Establish your starter by moving the plug into a four-inch pot with well-draining soil, then move it to its final in-ground location once established. Find your inspiration with Agardeni. Explore real plants and real availability. Start. Plan. Grow.

Youtube Tags

Ouachita Blackberry Rubus Thornless Blackberry Edible Garden Fruit Garden Blackberry Growing Home Orchard Agardeni Perennial Fruit Berry Harvest

Youtube Video Summary

The Ouachita blackberry is a highly productive, thornless variety perfect for the home garden. Learn how to grow this delicious, sweet berry for mid-summer harvests.

Youtube Video Title

Growing Ouachita Thornless Blackberries | Agardeni