Natchez Blackberry
1 Year Old
$4.95
Ships: 12/15/2026 - 04/15/2027
Description
The Natchez Blackberry is a very adaptable, highly productive, thornless blackberry variety developed and introduced by the University of Arkansas and USDA in 2007. The Natchez berries are exceptionally large, elongated and glossy black in color. Weighing in at 8-9 grams each, it only takes 3-4 berries to make an ounce. Natchez Blackberries have a 9.5% sugar content which makes them great for jams, jellies, juice mixes or just eating fresh off the bush. The Natchez is recommend for home and commercial-growers for its ability to hold up well for storage and shipping.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early-to-Mid May |
| Fruit Color | Black |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 9 |
| Pollination | Self Fertile |
| Ripens/Harvest | Early June |
| Shade/Sun | Full |
| Soil Composition | Well-drained loamy or sandy loam soils high in organic matter. |
| Soil Moisture | Consistent deep watering once or twice a week after estblishing. |
| Soil pH Level | 5.5 to 6.5 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 2nd Year (Floricane) |
Pricing
| Size | Price | Ships |
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1 Year Old
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$4.95 | 12/15/2026 - 04/15/2027 |
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10 Plants (1 Yr.)
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$44.95 | 12/15/2026 - 04/15/2027 |
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2 Year Transplant (Fruiting Size)
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$15.95 | 12/15/2026 - 04/15/2027 |
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10 Plants (2 Yr. Fruiting Age)
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$144.95 | 12/15/2026 - 04/15/2027 |
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+/- 2' Pruned (Instant Orchard Size)
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$22.95 | 12/15/2026 - 04/15/2027 |
Zones
USDA Hardiness Zones
A hardiness zone is a geographic area defined as having a certain average annual minimum temperature, a factor relevant to the survival of many plants. In some systems other statistics are included in the calculations. The original and most widely used system, developed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) as a rough guide for landscaping and gardening, defines 13 zones by long-term average annual extreme minimum temperatures. It has been adapted by and to other countries (such as Canada) in various forms. A plant may be described as "hardy to zone 10": this means that the plant can withstand a minimum temperature of −1.1 to 4.4 °C (30 to 40 °F).
Grows in zones: 5 - 9
This product grows in your zone!
A hardiness zone is a geographic area defined as having a certain average annual minimum temperature, a factor relevant to the survival of many plants. In some systems other statistics are included in the calculations. The original and most widely used system, developed by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) as a rough guide for landscaping and gardening, defines 13 zones by long-term average annual extreme minimum temperatures. It has been adapted by and to other countries (such as Canada) in various forms. A plant may be described as "hardy to zone 10": this means that the plant can withstand a minimum temperature of −1.1 to 4.4 °C (30 to 40 °F).
More Information
Natchez is a self-pollinating plant that has spreading potential. New canes come up from the roots to increase productivity. It is necessary to prune blackberries annually for the best crop. At any time of the year, you can prune crossed or dead branches to encourage new growth. In late winter, prune back last year’s fruiting canes. Natchez fruits on 2nd year canes (floricanes). Natchez Blackberry thrives in a variety of conditions. For best results, plant in full sun and well-draining soil. The Natchez thornless variety is drought tolerant and loves the hot heat of the South but is very tolerant to colder weather too!
