Chester Thornless blackberries are a highly productive variety, known for their large, sweet, and firm berries. These late-season blackberries are perfect for fresh eating, making jams, or freezing. Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, Chester’s thornless canes make harvesting easy and enjoyable. This variety is cold-hardy and resistant to common blackberry diseases, ensuring reliable yields year after year. With its exceptional flavor, ease of care, and abundant harvests, Chester Thornless is a favorite for home gardeners and berry enthusiasts.

Potted Blackberry

• Latin Name: Rubus laciniatus

• Zones: 5-9

• Harvest: Late Summer Bearer

• Fruit: Large black fruit with very good flavor. Sweet, high quality and firm.

• Facts of note: One of the most hardy thornless varieties to -12°F. Semi-upright. Will not soften, leak or lose color in hot weather. Most resistant to cane blight. Self Fertile. Ripens late summer with a very long production season. Good for fresh eating, jams, jellies and pies.

• Plants are 2 year, grade #1

• For more information, please enjoy our Growing Guide for planting and growing blackberries.