{"product_id":"pa-freedom-blackberry-plant","title":"PA Freedom Blackberry Plant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"864\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"241\" data-end=\"273\"\u003ePrime-Ark Freedom Blackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e is a revolutionary thornless blackberry and the world’s first primocane-bearing thornless variety. This exceptional plant produces fruit on both first-year (primocane) and second-year (floricane) canes, giving growers two harvests per season—an early summer crop followed by a fall harvest. Prime-Ark Freedom produces large, firm, glossy black berries with rich, sweet flavor, making it ideal for fresh eating, baking, freezing, and preserving. Its vigorous growth, extended harvest window, and thornless canes make it a favorite for gardeners seeking both convenience and high performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eOne of the biggest advantages of this variety is simplified pruning: if desired, you can cut all canes down at the end of the season and enjoy a single, strong fall harvest the following year—saving time while still producing excellent fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003eSHIPPING INFO:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product begins shipping in \u003cstrong\u003eMarch\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plants will ship once danger of freezing has passed. We will try to ship within the ideal planting window for your growing zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eWhy Grow Prime-Ark Freedom Blackberry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e• World’s first thornless primocane-bearing blackberry\u003cbr data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e• Produces two harvests per year (early summer + fall)\u003cbr data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003e• Large, sweet, firm berries with excellent flavor\u003cbr data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003e• Thornless canes for easy, pain-free harvesting\u003cbr data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e• Flexible pruning options for simplified maintenance\u003cbr data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1610\"\u003e• Highly productive and well suited for home gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackberry (thornless, primocane + floricane) – rooted plug\u003cbr data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1771\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eHardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–9\u003cbr data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring, once risk of hard frost has passed\u003cbr data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eWhen to Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003e– Early summer (floricane crop)\u003cbr data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1928\"\u003e– Fall (primocane crop)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1953\" data-end=\"1973\"\u003eCultivation Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003eSoil requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Avoid low spots where water may pool.\u003cbr data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun for best growth and fruit production.\u003cbr data-start=\"2161\" data-end=\"2164\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water consistently, especially during hot or dry periods. Soil should remain moist but not soggy. Mulching helps retain moisture and keep roots cool.\u003cbr data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Berries are ready when fully black, glossy, and release easily from the plant. Harvest every few days during peak season.\u003cbr data-start=\"2471\" data-end=\"2474\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e For dual harvests, manage both primocanes and floricanes. For a simpler approach, cut all canes to the ground in late winter to focus on a single fall crop.\u003cbr data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2662\"\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants approximately 3–5 feet apart for proper airflow and cane development.\u003cbr data-start=\"2745\" data-end=\"2748\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2750\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fertile—no additional plants required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2733\" data-end=\"2765\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/shop.farmoncentral.com\/pages\/instructions\"\u003eClick here for our Blackberry Growing Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=8RJ-_fyhKjs\"\u003eClick here for a video on How to Care for Brambles: Plants and Plugs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2939\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2940\" data-end=\"3305\"\u003ePrime-Ark Freedom was developed by the University of Arkansas and released in 2013 as part of their pioneering primocane-fruiting blackberry breeding program. It was the first thornless blackberry capable of producing fruit on both new and old canes, transforming blackberry cultivation by combining extended harvests, thornless convenience, and high-quality fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3307\" data-end=\"3330\"\u003eNon-GMO Commitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e At The Farm on Central, all our plants are guaranteed non-GMO and not genetically modified in any way, upholding natural breeding methods and promoting sustainable gardening and farming practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3647\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3548\"\u003eGrowing method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Conventionally grown, due to tissue culture propagation which ensures disease-free planting stock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm On Central","offers":[{"title":"Each","offer_id":50868224098488,"sku":"LPPA1","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Plants","offer_id":50868224131256,"sku":"LPPA3","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Plants","offer_id":50868224164024,"sku":"LPPA10","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 Plants","offer_id":50868224196792,"sku":"LPPA25","price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/3856\/6328\/files\/BlackberryPlants.png?v=1771265854","url":"https:\/\/seedtime.us\/products\/pa-freedom-blackberry-plant","provider":"Seedtime Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}