Botanical profile

Rubus fruticosus 'Hardy Black'

Latin name
Rubus fruticosus 'Hardy Black'
Common name
Hardy Blackberry 'Hardy Black'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Rubus fruticosus ‘Hardy Black’, known as ‘Hardy Black’ blackberry, is a deciduous fruit shrub with a semi-erect and very vigorous habit, selected for its superior hardiness and reliability in cold climates. It produces a generous harvest of well-formed black blackberries in summer, supported by sturdy canes that benefit from trellising for better aeration and easier picking. Its white spring blossoms effectively attract pollinators and ensure good fruit set. Its dense green foliage provides a beautiful presence in the vegetable garden or as a fruit hedge. Rubus fruticosus ‘Hardy Black’ prefers full sun and rich, deep, well-drained soil to optimize size and flavor. Ideal for fresh consumption and homemade processing, it is a reliable choice for diversifying the small fruit offering.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Large, intense black fruits, firm, juicy, sweet flavor with slight acidity
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Fruit shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 to 2.5 m (7 to 8 feet)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Harvest period
TRUE
Fruit tree type
Non-everbearing mulberry
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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