Rubus fruticosus 'Tiny Black' (Blackberry 'Tiny Black')

Cultivation

Best planted in a container in nutrient-rich compost in full sun. Water regularly, particularly in dry periods. Protect fruit from birds with a net or bird scarer. Stems are hairy when when young; hairs disappear when stems are mature. Fertilise & mulch in spring. Bears fruit on previous year's growth in midsummer and on new season growth from late summer into autumn.

Suggested uses

Containers/Patio, Wildlife, Flavouring food and drinks, Add to salads

UK hardiness

H6

USDA zones

Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9

Sunset zone

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 1, 2, 3

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Erect

Native to

Garden origin

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Toxicity

Not toxic