Navaho Thornless Blackberry Bush - Rubus fruticosus 'Navaho'

Navaho Thornless Blackberry Bush (Rubus fruticosus 'Navaho')

Experience the joy of harvesting delicious blackberries without the hassle of painful thorns. This vigorous, disease-resistant variety produces abundant crops of sweet, dark berries throughout the growing season, complemented by attractive white spring flowers and distinctive wavy green foliage. Buy Navaho Thornless Blackberry online and enjoy fresh fruit for years to come in your backyard garden or edible landscape.

Landscaping Uses

This compact, self-supporting berry bush works beautifully as a border plant, informal hedge, or focal point in a fruit garden. Plant it in full sun locations where you can easily access the ripening berries, or use partial shade spots if needed. It thrives across multiple regions including the Midwest, South, Southwest, and Northwest, making it an excellent choice for diverse American landscapes.

Specifications

Height: Up to 5 feet
Width: 3–4 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to vigorous
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Regular moisture; well-draining soil preferred
Soil: Loamy, well-draining soil
USDA Zones: 5–9

Why Homeowners Love It

• Thornless canes eliminate painful pricks during picking and pruning
• Self-fertile flowers require no pollinator for abundant fruit production
• Excellent disease resistance and minimal pest problems
• Perfect for homemade jams, jellies, pies, and fresh eating

Planting & Care

Plant in spring in a location receiving full sun with moist, well-draining loamy soil. Dig a hole twice the width of the container, position the plant 1–2 inches above ground level, and water thoroughly. Apply 1–2 inches of mulch around the base while keeping it away from the stem. Prune twice yearly: pinch back new canes at 3 feet during summer, and remove fruited canes at ground level in late winter while pruning lateral branches to 12–18 inches. Berries are ready to harvest when they release easily from the branch with a gentle touch—they'll continue sweetening the longer they remain on the plant.