• Blackberry ‘Merton Thornless’ 3L
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Blackberry ‘Merton Thornless’ 3L

Rubus fruticosus 'Merton Thornless'

£8.99
£8.99

3 litre pot

Say goodbye to scratches and hello to juicy rewards – 'Merton Thornless' is the hassle-free blackberry every home grower dreams of. With its smooth, arching canes and sweet, flavoursome fruit, this variety brings the pleasure back to picking. Whether you’re filling bowls for breakfast, bottling up jam, or freezing for later, it’s got the taste and the temperament to thrive in UK gardens with very little fuss.
  • Thornless – family friendly
  • High-yielding
  • Attractive to bees and pollinators
  • Easy to grow and maintain

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  • Aspect

    Full sun to partial shade

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy

  • Flowers

  • Soil type

    Fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil

Blackberry ‘Merton Thornless’ 3L

  • Why we like this plant

    If you’ve ever been put off by the prickles of traditional blackberries, 'Merton Thornless' is the solution. With smooth canes and lovely, tasty fruit, it’s a joy to grow and even more enjoyable to harvest. It's a brilliant choice for children or anyone who loves growing food without the fuss.

  • About this plant

  • Key features

    • Thornless canes for easy harvesting
    • Delicious, medium to large fruit
    • Great for desserts, jams, and freezing
    • Suitable for training on supports
    • Reliable UK-bred variety

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 200–250cm | Spread: 150–200cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Arching, manageable canes that are easy to train and maintain thanks to their lack of thorns.

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Ideal along a fence, arch, or trellis where it can be supported and easily accessed.

Planting guide

Plant in a sunny or lightly shaded spot with good drainage. Space plants 1.5m apart, and install a support system before planting to train the canes as they grow.

Care tips

Feed in early spring, prune fruited canes in late summer or autumn, and tie in new canes to prevent tangling.

Winter care

Cut out canes that have fruited after harvest and mulch the base to protect roots. Tie in new growth before winter.