Prime-Ark® Freedom Blackberry

Prime Ark® Freedom is the fourth release from Dr. John Clark and University of Arkansas primocane breeding program. For floricane fruiting, it has very large fruits, larger than Natchez, with excellent flavor. It also ripens exceptionally early on florianes (9-11 days earlier than Natchez). Freedom is a great choice for home gardens. Prime Ark® Freedom requires “tipping” to achieve the highest yields and performance.

Tipping: Fall-bearing or primocane blackberries respond favorablyping! As the primocanes reach 12-15” in height, break or cut ¾-1” off the tip of each cane to force branching. Tip again when branches reach 30”. This process stimulates earlier fruit development, keeps plant height in check, and increases yield.