Boysenberry
A relatively large fruit, with large seeds and a deep maroon or reddish-black color.
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varities that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. For best results, make sure that your hariness zone lies within the zone compatibility of the variety that you are considering.
Boysenberry is self-fertile, but the fruit crop will be larger if the tree is planted with a second tree.
Rubus ursinus var. loganobaccus
5' - 6' height with 4' - 5' spread
5' - 6' height with 4' - 5' spread
Plant in rows 10' apart
Choose a well-drained, sunny location with no standing water. Prepare the soil before planting by mixing compost or other organic matter in with the soil. Work the soil deeply. Space plants 6' apart in rows 10' apart. Dig each hole to twice the size of the root mass. Boysenberries require sun with afternoon shade in hot climates. Protect the roots from drying out by watering regularly and mulching. Boysenberry lants are upright, orderly and easy to maintain. Growing 5' - 6', the plants benefit from trimming and can form a sturdy hedge. Boysenberries produce their fruit on year-old canes, so first year the young plants will need to grow their first canes, first harvest will not be until the second year.
