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Blackberry 'Merton Thornless'

Rubus fruticosus 'Merton Thornless'

£11.99
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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

    May, June

  • Soil type

    Fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil

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  • 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

    'Merton Thornless' is a classic, thorn-free blackberry variety prized for its ease of handling and generous crops of sweet, juicy berries. Bred in the UK, it produces firm, aromatic fruits on strong, arching canes that are ideal for training on fences or trellises. This variety is a favourite with families and those who enjoy pain-free picking, making it a great addition to edible gardens and soft fruit areas.

     

  • 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.