'Karaka Black' Blackberry Bush
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'Karaka Black' Blackberry Bush
- Karaka Black is a thorny-stemmed blackberry with long, gracefully arching canes covered in dark green leaves and white flowers in spring
- Larger than average berries can reach 7.5cm in length
- A very rich, juicy taste with a good sweetness
- Awarded RHS Plant for Pollinators status for its benefits to wildlife
- Performs well in a sunny spot or with partial shade.
- Long cropping season from early summer to autumn
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Karaka Black' Blackberry grows exceptionally well in pots; ensure the container is at least 30 cm deep and keep the compost moist.
How big does it get?
The 'Karaka Black' Blackberry Bush is a vigorous plant that typically reaches a height of 2 to 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The 'Karaka Black' Blackberry Bush prefers full sun, ideally 6 to 8 hours daily, to ensure a bountiful and sweet harvest.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Karaka Black' Blackberry Bush prefers moist, well-draining, slightly acidic soil, and thrives when planted with a 5 cm layer of organic compost.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Karaka Black' Blackberry Bush requires 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil consistently moist as it has shallow roots.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Karaka Black' Blackberry Bush needs its fruited canes removed after harvesting, tying in the new green canes for next year.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Karaka Black' blackberry is hardy through most of the UK (RHS H4), tolerating temperatures down to -10°C. It performs well in most regions, though in particularly exposed or cold northern areas, planting it against a sheltered wall or fence is beneficial.
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Mike’s our guy when it comes to growing soft fruits. He’s our grape guru. Our gooseberry genius. Our blueberry boffin. What Mike doesn’t know about soft fruits? Well, it simply isn’t worth knowing. Having traversed the world from Australia to Northern Ireland – and even undertaking a horticultural stint in Sweden – Mike combines his enthusiasm, technical expertise, state-of-the-art facilities and favourable climatic conditions of the Cotswolds to grow only the very juiciest, sweetest soft fruits.
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