Chester Thornless

Variety of Blackberry · Rubus fruticosus

Hardy, very productive thornless late variety favoured for commercial growing.

Also known as: Chester

🇺🇸 USA 1985

Taste & characteristics

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Given in thirds of a month (early / mid / late) for the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate; altitude and season shift them.

Large, firm, glossy berries with mild sweet flavour; resists heat and rain damage.

Semi-erect to trailing, very vigorous, thornless.

Very high yields, among the most productive thornless types.

Exceptionally hardy; a standard for cool climates.

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