Blackberries are by far one of the easiest fruit crops to grow in south Louisiana, but some gardeners avoid them because they have a reputation for getting out of control, creating a bramble jungle.

Haley Mast is a freelance writer, fact-checker, and small organic farmer in the Columbia River Gorge. She enjoys gardening, reporting on environmental topics, and spending her time outside ...

Blackberries. The people of Eugene seem to be divided on the subject. Some love strolling through back alleys and parks during the summer picking ripe fruit off their bushes. Others loathe the sight ...

If you are looking for a small fruit to produce in your backyard, blackberries may be the fruit for you. Blackberries are one of nature’s magic fruits. They are high in antioxidants, comparable to ...

If you are looking for a small fruit to produce in your backyard, Blackberries may be the fruit for you. Blackberries are one of nature’s magic fruits. They are high in antioxidants, comparable to ...

Early varieties of blackberries are coming into season. Blackberries are easy to grow and are one of the most reliable and productive fruits we can grow in our home gardens and landscapes. Lots of ...

The Southern Living DownHome Harvest® Collection of fruit and berries makes it easier than ever to grow delicious fruit in your own backyard. With an upright growth habit, DownHome Harvest® 'Navaho' ...

It might not be June 21st yet, but summer officially starts for me the day I start picking ripe blackberries. This past Sunday, I realized that my little urban orchard was exploding with ripe berries ...

Blackberries aren’t just for summer snacking. Here’s how to grow them indoors so they can be enjoyed year-round. Blackberries are a delicious and nutritious snack that is relatively easy to grow, ...

Blackberries at The Urban Farmstead, one of the many urban farms and community gardens in New Orleans. (Photo by Brett Duke, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune) Question: How and when do I prune ...