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Prime-Ark Freedom Blackberry

Thornless, Early-Ripening Berries for Easy Backyard Harvests

Prime-Ark Freedom Blackberry

Prime-Ark Freedom Blackberry

Rubus x ‘APF-153T’

Prime-Ark Freedom Blackberry is the world’s first thornless, primocane fruiting blackberry. Berries on floricanes (second year canes) ripen in early July. New canes (primocanes) begin fruiting mid-August if summer heat is not excessive. This variety is intended for local market and home use. Excellent disease resistance and great heat and humidity tolerance. Upright growth habit but may require some support.

Prime-Ark Freedom Blackberry
Fruit Color
Black
Fruit Size
Very Large
Flavor
Mild to Sweet
Texture
Medium Firm
Fruit Use
Fresh Eating, Baking, Preserves
Thornless
Yes
Exposure
Full Sun
Self-Pollinating
Yes
Harvest Time
July
USDA Zone
5-9

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