Blackberry (thornless) plant

When to plant blackberries in zone 9b

In zone 9b, the last spring frost usually comes around Feb 15 and the first fall frost around Dec 10. Here is when to plant blackberries.

Plant in the bedJan 18

Your blackberry (thornless) calendar for zone 9b

Tie canes to a simple wire or trellis. First good crop the second summer.

Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per 2 × 2 ft.

These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 9b. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.

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