Marion california blackberry
Rubus 'Marion'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size4 to 6 feet tall3 to 5 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White/cream
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Marion' California blackberry (Rubus 'Marion') is a shrub for the food garden. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to average soil. It is grown for fresh eating, juice, and desserts, with sweet, tart, dark fruit that ripens in summer. White flowers open in spring and attract bees. Give the canes a wall or trellis for support.
Pairs well with Juneberry, Lingonberry, Granny Smith apple, and Fountain grass.