Celestial Thornless Blackberry

Rubus Watson 'Celestial', USPP34,880 This innovative blackberry cultivar is the result of a successful cross between the thornless semi-erect maternal blackberry 'Eclipse' and the thorny erect paternal blackberry ORUS 3681-1. It incorporates genetics from both cultivated and wild Rubus germplasm from the southeastern U.S. Boasting exceptional plant vigor, this new variety produces plentiful yields of small-to-medium sized berries with a glossy appearance, minimal defects, and superb flavor and quality. Additionally, it exhibits a high tolerance to heat. Ideal for fresh consumption, the firm-picked berries are characterized by their delightful sweetness, aroma, and gloss. This distinctive blackberry variety features fruit borne on robust canes that inherited the 'Merton Thornless' gene for thornlessness. USDA Zone: 5-9 Mature Height: Semi-erect habit,  Sun: Full Sun Ripening Time: Early July Pollination: Self-Fruitful