'Loch Maree' Blackberry Plant
Both thornless and scrumptious
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'Loch Maree' Blackberry Plant
- You know what we'd like here at Roots? *Not* to have our arms shredded to pieces any time we try and pick a blackberry - that's the dream, right?
- Well dream no longer, because 'Loch Maree' is a variety that produces easily accessible fruit on spineless stems, making for simple (and painless) pickings!
- Unlike many trailing blackberry varieties, which require support, this plant features semi-erect stems that don't require training or support (though, of course, you still can if you want to)
- The fruit, which is sweet and utterly delicious, isn't the sole star of the show as far as this variety is concerned. In early summer, stunning double, blush-pink flowers appear, giving the plant great ornamental value alongside its fruiting prowess
- Fully hardy and easy to grow, this variety is a must-have for any soft fruit lover
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Loch Maree' 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 'Loch Maree' Blackberry Plant is a vigorous plant that typically reaches a height of 2 to 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The 'Loch Maree' Blackberry Plant 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 'Loch Maree' Blackberry Plant 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 'Loch Maree' Blackberry Plant 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 'Loch Maree' Blackberry Plant needs its fruited canes removed after harvesting, tying in the new green canes for next year.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Loch Maree' blackberry is fully hardy (RHS H5), withstanding winter temperatures down to -15°C. This Scottish-bred variety is highly resilient and will thrive in all UK regions, including exposed and northern locations.
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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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