How to Grow Ouachita Thornless Blackberry
Rubus 'Ouachita'
Your complete guide to growing Ouachita Thornless Blackberry.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Ouachita Thornless Blackberry
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Companion Plants for Ouachita Thornless Blackberry
✓ Good companions
Deters aphids and Japanese beetles, improves soil health
Deep taproot brings nutrients to surface, excellent mulch and fertilizer source
Natural fungicide properties help prevent fungal diseases common in blackberries
Repels nematodes and attracts beneficial predatory insects
Repels rodents and ants, but should be contained to prevent spreading
Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, deters squash bugs
Repels ants, aphids, and cucumber beetles while attracting beneficial insects
Attracts beneficial insects and may improve fruit flavor through companion planting
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits growth and can kill blackberry plants
Shares common diseases like verticillium wilt and attracts similar pests
Both susceptible to similar fungal diseases and may compete for nutrients
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
