- USDA Hardiness Zones 6 - 10
- Height 4 - 5 Feet
- Spread 3 - 4 Feet
- Full Sun
The first thornless blackberry variety from the University of Arkansas. Plants bear medium large fruit with excellent flavor that ripens in July the first year and again in the fall. Beginning the second year, Rubus hybrid 'Freedom' will fruit in June. Upright , clumping habit works well as an accent, along borders, as an informal hedge, or mass planting. Attracts pollinators, including birds and butterflies.
Prime Ark Freedom Blackberry Care
Plant performs best in slightly acidic soil. Tip back the outermost inch of the canes when they reach 12 inches and again when they reach 30 inches to encourage branching, earlier fruit development and to increase yield. Fertilize yearly in early spring. Water well to establish and then weekly.
Prime Ark Freedom Blackberry Spacing
Plant the blackberry shrubs 3 to 4 feet apart with rows 7 feet apart.
Prime-Ark Freedom Thornless Blackberry Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-10 |
| Flower Color(s): Fruiting |
| Bloom Period: Spring |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun |
| Height: 4-5 Feet |
| Spread: 3-4 Feet |
| Habit: Clumping, Upright |
| Watering: Medium |
| Features: Returns Year After Year, Tolerates Clay Soil, Attracts Butterflies |
| Scientific Name: Rubus Hybrid 'Freedom' PPAF |
| Common Name: Prime-Ark® ‘Freedom’ Thornless Blackberry |
| Brand: Southern Living Plants |
- SKU:
- 5384Q
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Know As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Know As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Know As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Know As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Know As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Know As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
Plant Shipping
Time of Order:
Summer Shipping
- If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.
- We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.
It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.
