Blackberry - Rubus fruticosus 'Chester' (Thornless)

Common Name: Chester Thornless Blackberry

Bloomtime: spring

Bloomcolor: pale pink

Exposure: Full sun to part shade

Height: 0.9-1.5 m (3-5')

Spread: 0.9-1.5 m (3-5')

Water: Regular water

Hardiness: zones 5-8

Fragrant: No

Zone: 5

Deer Resistant: Rarely damaged by deer

Attracts Butterflies: Attracts butterflies, bees and other pollinators

Drought Tolerant: Low drought tolerance

Characteristics: Open, upright, thornless, fruit producing shrub., Light pink flowers in spring are followed by tasty, firm, black, edible fruit in mid-summer., Best fruit production in moist, fertile, well-drained soil and full sun. ,