Arapaho Thornless Blackberry PP#8510

Click here for Blackberry Care Guide Rubus spp. – Arapaho Blackberry Arapaho is the earliest ripening thornless blackberry variety, with fruit ripening in a concentrated 4-week period. This variety is ideal for southern regions, as it requires only 400-500 chill hours (hours with temperatures below 45°F). With Plant Patent #8510, it thrives in USDA Zones 6-8. Key Features: Thornless canes, which are erect and self-supporting Good fruit quality with early ripening Establishes a full fruiting row quickly Tolerates temperatures in Zones 6-8 Plant Characteristics: Pest Resistance: Excellent Disease Resistance: Excellent Drought Tolerance: Very Good Heat Tolerance: Good Humidity Tolerance: Very Good Sun Tolerance: Very Good Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair Shade Tolerance: Fair No Spray: Excellent Salt Tolerance: Good Fresh for Kids: Good Deer Resistance: Fair Thorns: None Soil Type: Adaptable Edible Type: Berry Self Fertile: Yes