Marionberry is a renowned blackberry hybrid known for its abundant harvests of large, flavorful, dark red to black, elongated conical berries with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Often called the ‘Cabernet of Blackberries,’ it features white spring blossoms and summer-ripening fruit. This variety requires support such as a wall or trellis and thrives in well-drained, nutrient-rich organic soil. Preferring full sun while avoiding intense, dry heat, Marionberry is excellent for fresh eating, juicing, and desserts. It also attracts pollinators like bees, enhancing garden biodiversity.
Details
Botanical Name
Rubus x 'Marionberry'
Common Name
Marionberry
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
6 feet
Max Spread
5 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- White
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Berry
Edible Harvest Period
Summer
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
- Baking
- Preserves
- Canning
- Freezing
Fruit Colour
- Black
Growing
Flowering Period
Spring
Moisture
Average to Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Occasional
Deer Resistance
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