Blackberries
Generally available: Late June – July
Blackberry season, another fan favorite, overlaps with blueberries, making late June the perfect time to pick both in a single visit.
$6/pound — Bring your own bucket, or buy one for $2
Apache
The Apache Blackberry is a highly productive, thornless variety developed by the University of Arkansas and is known for producing some of the largest, sweetest berries of any erect cultivar. They ripen in mid to late summer (June through August) and are extra-large with an excellent sweet flavor, making them perfect for eating fresh right off the bush, baking into cobblers and pies, or preserving as jams and jellies.
Natchez
The Natchez blackberry was developed by the University of Arkansas and is prized for producing exceptionally large, sweet berries very early in the season (June). This early-producing variety is very sweet and juicy, making it perfect for fresh snacking, baking (pies, cobblers), preserves, and freezing.
Ouachita
The Ouachita (pronounced wash-ih-taw) blackberry is highly prized for its exceptionally sweet, firm fruit. This blackberry is ready to harvest mid-season, typically ripening from mid-June through July. With medium-to-large, glossy black berries that are renowned for a rich, well-balanced sweet flavor, these berries are ideal for fresh eating, baking (like cobblers and pies), and making jams.
Traveler
The Traveler blackberry is a popular variety that was originally developed by the University of Arkansas. Known for producing large, sweet fruit, it is prized for its remarkably firm berries and long shelf life. These blackberries are perfect for snacking, summer charcuterie boards, and baking in pies.
Caddo
This blackberry is highly prized for its large, sweet berries with exceptional aromatics and a long shelf life. The Caddo blackberry ripens early-to-mid season, producing high yields of very large fruit, making it perfect for fresh eating and baking.
Osage
The Osage blackberry is highly regarded for its exceptional flavor and sweet, medium-sized berries. This berry is highly sweet with low acidity and strong aromatics, making it great for fresh eating.
Von
Von blackberries are dark, juicy, sweet-tart berries known for being rich in vitamins (C, K, E), fiber, and antioxidants, making them a healthy addition to desserts, jams, or eaten fresh. This berry is ideal for fresh snacking, homemade jams, and baking, while also offering major health benefits like immune support and blood sugar control.
Plan Your Visit
Crop availability changes week to week based on growing conditions and harvest. We always recommend following us on social media for the most current updates before making the trip. In addition to u-pick blackberries, our pesticide-free family farm also offers u-pick blueberries, peaches, and a u-pick garden with a variety of vegetables, herbs, and flowers.
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Questions?
We would love to hear from you, whether you have questions about our seasonal products, want to book a tour, or just want to say hello.