Black Butte Blackberry Plant
Description
An ideal Mother Lode variety for the home gardener, this attractive trailing blackberry boasts extremely large, well formed fruit that is firm but juicy. Berries are produced early season and for an extended period for fresh right-off-the-plant flavor anytime. Black Butte requires a winter chilling for good fruit production. Plants grow to 8 ft tall.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Fruit Color | Black |
| Fruit Size | Extra Large |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | June |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 6.8 |
| Texture | Firm But Juicy |
| Years to Bear | 1 - 2 |
| Zone Range | 8 - 10 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
8 - 10
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. You'll get fruit with only one plant!
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow blackberry plants in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
