Thornless Blackberry Plant | Rubus fruticosus 'Waldo'
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Thornless Blackberry Plant
Rubus fruticosus 'Waldo'
- The size of these blackberries is truly something to marvel at. Where's Waldo?! You must be having a laugh because, believe us, there's no missing these jumbo berries...
- 'Waldo' forms a dense, compact blackberry bush with masses of large, plump berries and no thorns! Perfect for soft fruit growing in a confined space.
- This cultivar performs well in a sunny spot (or with partial shade). It thrives grown against a sunny wall, or fence, and can even be grown in a container.
- The flavour really is exquisite, too, bursting with a fruity, tangy taste that offers just the right levels of sweetness. They're perfect for making pies!
- A very reliable cropper, you can expect to see impressive yields, even from a young plant. Harvest from late August through to September.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Thornless 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 Thornless Blackberry Plant is a vigorous plant that typically reaches a height of 2 to 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Thornless 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 Thornless 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 Thornless Blackberry Plant | Rubus fruticosus 'Waldo' 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 Thornless Blackberry Plant | Rubus fruticosus 'Waldo' needs its fruited canes removed after harvesting, tying in the new green canes for next year.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Waldo' 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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