Caddo Blackberry Plants (Plug Plants) Thornless (Early-season Variety)

Bareroots/Seedlings/Transplants are shipped each Spring starting in Late March to Early April.

Spring Shipment Stops towards end of Spring. First come first Served.  Any Orders placed after this Time frame will be shipped out the following Spring season.

NO shipping to AK, AZ, CA, HI, OR, GU, PR, and WA

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The Caddo Blackberry is a relatively new thornless blackberry variety developed by the University of Arkansas. It is celebrated for its exceptional flavor, large berry size, and productivity. This variety is part of the Arkansas breeding program, known for producing superior blackberry cultivars suited to a wide range of growing conditions

Key Features:
Berry Quality

Flavor: Rich, sweet, and well-balanced, making it ideal for fresh eating and desserts.
Size: Very large berries, averaging 8–10 grams, with a glossy black appearance.
Texture: Firm and juicy, with excellent post-harvest shelf life.

Hardiness: Thrives in USDA Zones 5–9, making it suitable for both warm and cooler climates. Heat-tolerant and capable of handling warm summer conditions without compromising fruit quality.
Ripening Season:

Early-season variety, typically ripening in late spring to early summer, ensuring a long harvest period.

Plant Characteristics:

Thornless Canes: Smooth canes make harvesting easy and enjoyable.
Growth Habit: Semi-erect plants with a vigorous growth pattern, requiring some trellising or support for optimal production.
Height and Spread: Can grow to 4–6 feet tall and wide, depending on pruning and spacing.

Productivity:

High-yielding, capable of producing abundant fruit over an extended harvest period.
Disease Resistance:

Demonstrates good resistance to common blackberry diseases, including cane blight and root rot.
Uses:

Perfect for fresh eating, baking, jams, jellies, and freezing due to its size, flavor, and firmness.
Care Requirements:

Prefers full sun and well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8.
Requires annual pruning of old canes to encourage new growth and maximize productivity.

Why Choose Caddo Blackberry?
The Caddo Blackberry is a versatile, low-maintenance variety ideal for home gardeners and commercial growers seeking an early-season, thornless blackberry with exceptional flavor and large fruit. Its combination of productivity, disease resistance, and ease of harvest makes it a standout choice for growers