Thornless Blackberry Bush

Rubus fruticosus 'Apache'

Produces large, sweet blackberries without thorns

Self-pollinating and disease-resistant

Yields fruit in the first year after planting



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Sweet Delicious Blackberries with No Thorns, No Spraying, and No Fuss!

Love blackberries but hate getting scratched by thorns? Enter the Thornless Blackberry. This go-to plant has a number of benefits, including:

- No thorns!
- Plenty of vitamins and antioxidants
- Pest resistance

You no longer have to be extra careful when picking berries or warn your children about being pricked. Thorns can even be a nuisance to your pets. More importantly, these berries don't need to be sprayed with insecticides because they are seldom bothered by pests. That means you can grow your blackberries the healthy way - no spraying!

And these highly adaptable bushes grow in a variety of conditions. Just plant, then pick! You get a lifetime supply of free, delicious blackberries from your Thornless Blackberry Bush. Plus, unlike store-bought berries, you know that yours are completely safe and organically-grown.

These plants produce large numbers of sweet, delicious berries. They grow together in large clusters and are great for eating off the bush, or for making jams and jellies.

Best of all? Blackberries contain tons of healthy antioxidants, which are rich in health benefits. Not only are these Thornless Blackberries delicious, but they're also perfectly healthful.

Frequently planted in groups of three, these robust beauties are a productive landscape must-have. Order yours today!

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Product Details

Mature Height:3-6 ft.
Mature Width:3-5 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun
Growth Rate:Moderate Growing
Harvest Time:Summer
Botanical Name:Rubus fruticosus 'Apache'
Does Not Ship To:AK, AZ, HI, OR
Grows Well In Zones:5-9 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 5-9 outdoors

(hardy down to -10℉)

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4.8

Based on 188 reviews

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Nanci F.
3/28/2026

Pleasant Delectable Surprise First Summer

We ordered these last year in March, they arrived early May. Our original plan was to plant in the ground, but due to unexpected mobility limitations that prevented shoveling right before they arrived, we ended up planting in cedar boxes. (Treated inside w/linseed oil) and then stained outside of boxes to match our sunny-side deck). My spouse told me not to expect any berries the first year. However, we did get about 20 berries over the course of the summer---they are absolutely fabulous tasting!!! So sweet and delectable!! Over the course of the summer the vines grew and we were able to train them, using four 5 foot trellises spaced between the cedar boxes and then strung 2 rows of wire between them. The leaves and vines really filled in during the summer, and periodically overtime we'd get a 2-3 berries popping out as a wonderful surprise. I'm looking forward to see how they weathered the cold Iowa winter, but we're now showing signs of spring, so time will tell. . . . . . looking forward to more tasty berries, hopefully in greater number this year.

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHI Nanci, thank you for sharing your experience. We’re so glad to hear your plants adapted well and even produced berries in their first season. It’s great to see how you were able to adjust your setup and still have success. We hope you enjoy an even bigger harvest this year.
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Mona C.
3/24/2026
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They are already sprouting new leaves

Fast growing trees is true than their word. They mailed me another blackberry bush because one of mine was damaged in the shipping. I got the replacement right away a good place to order from.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Mona, thank you for sharing your experience! We’re happy to hear your blackberry bush is thriving and that your replacement arrived promptly. Wishing you lots of growth and a great harvest ahead!
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BRUCE E.
8/5/2025
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Rock star of blackberry bushes

Planted with my other blackberry bushes to add to the cobbler makers. It has taken off, even in this heatwave. Looks great, growing fast and will be a great addition to the patch. Definitely recommend buying these to anyone!

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Juan S.
8/1/2025
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Excellent

Excellent

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Kerry J.
7/31/2025
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Thornless blackberries - excellent!

I received four healthy, thornless, blackberry bushes recently, all packed very securely in one box. Have since repotted them and they are thriving!

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