{"product_id":"big-daddy-blackberry-bush","title":"Big Daddy Blackberry Bush - Rubus fruticosus","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBig Daddy Blackberry Bush (Rubus fruticosus)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Big Daddy Blackberry Bush is a thornless, high-yielding fruit producer that delivers abundant crops of sweet, plump berries perfect for fresh eating, jams, and desserts. This self-fertile variety ripens heavily in late summer and requires no pollinator, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance berry source. When you buy Big Daddy Blackberry online from Florida Plant Nursery, you receive a mature, vigorous plant ready to produce substantial harvests with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your Big Daddy Blackberry in a dedicated fruit garden, along fence lines, or in containers on patios and decks. The thornless canes make it safe to position near walkways and seating areas where children and pets frequent. This versatile bush works beautifully as a privacy screen or edible hedge while providing generous fruit yields throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 6–8 feet\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 4–6 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Vigorous\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun (6+ hours daily)\u003cbr\u003eWater: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining loam or sandy soil\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Thornless canes eliminate scratches and make harvesting effortless\u003cbr\u003e• Self-fertile blooms produce berries without requiring a second plant\u003cbr\u003e• Strong disease resistance reduces the need for chemical treatments\u003cbr\u003e• Naturally sweet flavor with balanced tartness ideal for fresh consumption and preserves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location receiving at least six hours of direct sunlight daily with well-draining soil. Dig a hole three times wider than the root ball and equally deep, then position the plant level with the ground surface. Backfill, water thoroughly, and apply mulch around the base. Water regularly to maintain moist (not waterlogged) soil, checking 3 inches down before watering. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced 10-10-10 formula and again after harvest. Prune cane tips to 1 inch in early spring and remove spent canes after fruiting to encourage vigorous new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"2 Quart","offer_id":45814332358842,"sku":"12490","price":149.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/big-daddy-blackberry-bush.jpg?v=1777510052","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/big-daddy-blackberry-bush","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}