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How to Grow and Care for Smooth blackberry

Smooth blackberry is generally an easy plant to care for, thriving in a variety of soil types as long as they are well-draining. Special care points include regular pruning to maintain its shape and manage its spreading habit. It is important to monitor for pests, especially aphids and spider mites, which can be common nuisances for smooth blackberry.

Watering schedule: Every 3 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Smooth blackberry

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 3 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	5.5-7
Planting Time	Spring, Early summer, Early fall, Mid fall
Hardiness Zones	3-8

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Smooth blackberry is a woody subshrub characterized by its unique canes, which are erect to gently arching. The absence of thorns provides a smooth texture, distinct from many of its relatives. Its vegetative spread is facilitated by horizontal underground stems, or rhizomes, typically situated 3-4 inches (7.6-10 cm) beneath the soil's surface, allowing it to form dense clusters. Its leaves and fruit resemble those of other blackberries, aiding in identification.

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