Repairing blackberry varieties: for the Moscow region, central Our Country, thornless

Blackberry is a perennial fruit shrub that has not yet gained wide popularity among gardeners. But, judging by the reviews, interest in this culture is growing every year. After all, in its characteristics it is in many ways similar to raspberries. And its berries are also tasty and healthy, but have a dark, almost black tint. The growing popularity of the shrub was also facilitated by selection, thanks to which varieties of remontant blackberries appeared, which made it possible to harvest two crops in one season.

The repair blackberry appeared relatively recently, in the early 2000s.

Advantages and disadvantages of remontant varieties

Like all fruit shrubs, remontant blackberries have not only advantages, but also disadvantages. Therefore, in order to get a complete picture of this culture, it is important to get acquainted with them.

Remontant blackberry is distinguished by compact bushes

The main advantages:

1. The first harvest ripens already in the year of planting.
2. Increased resistance to temperature extremes, diseases, pests.
3. Does not require complex preparation for the winter.
4. Bushes bloom regularly, which increases the decorativeness of plants and the level of pollination of neighboring crops.
5. The shoots are directed upwards, the growth diameter is moderate, which facilitates care and contributes to the close location of the bushes.
6. The ripened crop keeps on the shoots for a long time, retaining all commercial qualities.
7. The second period of fruiting lasts until frost.
8. Universal application, excellent taste of berries.
9. Harvest is suitable for transportation.

Disadvantages:

1. It needs regular watering, because with a lack of moisture in the soil, the fruits become smaller, and the yield decreases.
2. Demanding on the composition of the soil and does not respond well to alkaline soil.
3. During the fruiting period, the branches of the shrub may not withstand the load and tend to the ground, so you need to install trellises.
4. Berries are poorly separated from the receptacle, which complicates their preparation for processing.

Harvest varieties of remontant blackberries

The main feature of the remontant blackberry is that it can produce two crops. The first berries on the shrub are formed on last year’s shoots, and with repeated fruiting – on the branches of the current year. But among all remontant types of culture, especially fruitful ones are distinguished.

Among them:

1. Giant. The variety has high frost resistance, easily withstands temperatures down to -30 ° C. Forms bushes up to 2,5 m high. Berries, elongated up to 5 cm, the average weight of each is more than 20 g. The yield per bush is 30 kg per season. The variety requires the installation of a trellis, as the branches during the fruiting period do not withstand the load.
   
   

   The giant requires timely competent pruning

2. Amara. Chilean novelty, which was launched in 2017. It is characterized by a large fruit size, the average weight is 15 g. It forms bushes up to 2 m with a growth diameter of about 1,5 m.
   
   

   The taste qualities of the Amara variety are excellent.

3. Prime Ark 45 (Prime Ark 45). The variety was bred by American breeders. Characterized by large, elongated and very sweet berries. The average fruit weight is 7-9 g. The first harvest ripens by the end of June, and the second – in early September. Differs in powerful shoots that easily withstand the load. The variety is high-yielding, its berries are suitable for transportation.
   
   

   The branches of Prime Arc 45 are completely covered in thorns.

Thornless varieties of remontant blackberries

Thanks to the efforts of breeders, varieties were obtained on the shoots of which there are no thorns, which is unusual for this culture. This greatly increased the interest of gardeners, and also simplified shrub maintenance and harvesting.

Thornless varieties of remontant blackberries with photos and descriptions:

1. Prime-Ark Freedom. The variety was obtained in 2013 in the USA. It is rightfully considered the most delicious of the remontant species. Frost resistance is average, the shrub can withstand temperatures down to -14 ° C. The fruits are elongated, weighing 9 g. The yield per bush is 7 kg. The length of its erect shoots reaches 1,7 m.
   
   

   The tasting score of Prime Arc Freedom is 4,8 points

2. Prime-Ark Traveler (Prime-Ark Traveler). The variety was obtained at the University of Arkansas (USA). Characterized by consistently high yields. Berries of a dense consistency, weighing 7-9 g. Frost resistance up to -25 ° С. The variety easily tolerates short-term drought.
   
   

   Prime Ark Traveler Requires Shelter for the Winter

Varieties of remontant blackberry by growing areas

Not all remontant blackberry species are able to show good performance in different regions. Therefore, when choosing, you need to give preference to zoned varieties.

Varieties of remontant blackberry for the Moscow region

The climate of this region is characterized by early autumn frosts. Therefore, you should select species that have time to give the harvest before the onset of cold weather.

Varieties suitable for the Moscow region:

1. Prime Jim. American species obtained in 2004. The shoots are strong, 1,7 m long, completely covered with thorns. The mass of berries reaches 10 g. The fruits are elongated up to 4 cm. The berries have a moderate aroma, sweet and sour in taste.
   
   

   The sugar content in Prime Jim berries reaches 8%

2. Black Magic (Black Magic). High-yielding remontant blackberry, which is characterized by excellent taste of the fruit. The concentration of sugar in berries reaches 15%. This species is self-pollinating, unpretentious in care. It forms upright bushes 1,2-1,5 m high. The average fruit weight is 11-15 g. The yield per bush reaches 15 kg.
   
   

   Black Magic is highly disease resistant

Varieties of remontant blackberry for central Our Country

The climate of this region does not allow you to get a large number of berries in the autumn, so you should choose species with early and medium ripening.

Among them:

1. Black Jam (Black Jam). A novelty variety that went on sale only in 2017. It is distinguished by erect bushes, the height of which reaches 1,7-1,8 m. The berries are elongated up to 4 cm, when ripe they become black. Fruit taste is excellent. The tasting score is 4,7 points.
   
   

   Ripe Black Jam fruits have a shiny surface

2. Prime Yan (Prime Ja). It is considered the earliest species among remontant blackberries. The first time gives the crop at the beginning of summer, and the second – by the end of August. It is characterized by strong shoots that are completely covered with thorns. The berries are large, weighing up to 158 g, sweet.
   
   

   The aroma of Prime Yang fruits is similar to apple

Varieties of remontant blackberry for the Urals

This region is characterized by rather severe climatic conditions. There are winters with severe frosts, long springs with frequent return frosts, short summers with rare sunny days, and early autumn. Therefore, for cultivation in the Urals, one should choose an early remontant blackberry with increased resistance to adverse factors.

These include:

1. Reuben. It is characterized by erect shoots, the length of which reaches 2-2,5 m. After harvesting, the spines on the branches crumble. The first berries ripen in early July, and re-fruiting occurs at the end of August. The average fruit weight is 10-15 g, their shape is elongated, up to 4,5 cm. The yield is about 4 kg.
   
   

   Ruben easily tolerates short-term drought

2. Black Cascade (Black Cascade). This variety can be grown in hanging planters, which allows you to get a crop even in the absence of a free area for fruit bushes. The plant is characterized by hanging shoots, the length of which reaches 1 m. The first time the crop ripens in the second half of June, and the next – at the end of August. The average weight of berries is about 8 g. In the conditions of the Urals, this species is recommended to be grown on balconies and terraces.
   
   

   Black Cascade refers to dessert types

Varieties of remontant blackberry by ripening time

Remontant types of culture differ in terms of maturation. Early and middle varieties are suitable for growing in central Our Country and the Urals, late ones – only for the southern regions.

Early varieties of remontant blackberries

These types of fruit shrubs are characterized by an early ripening period, which makes it possible to harvest twice, even in regions with a short summer. But, as a rule, early varieties are less fragrant, and the taste of berries has a pronounced sourness.

These include:

• Prime Yan;
• Reuben;
• Black Magic;
• Prime Jim.

Mid-season varieties of remontant blackberries

These species bear fruit for the first time in mid-June, and the second – in the first decade of August. Therefore, they can be grown in regions with a temperate climate, which contributes to the ripening of berries on time.

Grades of average maturity:

• A giant;
• Prime Arc Freedom;
• Black Cascade;
• Black Jam;
• Prime Arc Traveler.

Late varieties of remont blackberry

These types of culture are characterized by a late ripening period. However, their taste is excellent. They are suitable for cultivation only in the southern regions.

These include:

• Prime Arc 45;
• Lobster.

Conclusion

Varieties of remontant blackberries differ in frost resistance, yield and ripening time. To achieve maximum performance from them, you must first study the characteristics of each type. Otherwise, all efforts will be wasted, because if the growing conditions do not match, the plant will not be able to fully develop and produce a crop.