Description
Prime-Ark® Horizon is a new primocane-fruiting variety. It has a very high yield, with large, firm berries. Prime-Ark® Horizon berries have a good, light aromatic flavor. They retain excellent firmness in storage with limited leakage and decay. The plants have shown good health and are less thorny than some varieties.
Latin Name: Rubus ‘Prime-Ark Horizon’
Site and Soil: Well-drained soil, adaptable to various soil types. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Full sun to partial shade.
Bearing age: Will produce fruit right away
Rootstock: Typically propagated from cuttings
Size at Maturity: Medium-sized, erect shrub reaching 4 to 6 feet in height
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Pollination Requirement: Self-pollinating, no need for additional pollinators
Ripening Time: Summer to early fall, with fruiting on both first-year and second-year canes
Yield: High yield of large, sweet berries
Pests and Diseases: Monitor for aphids, spider mites, and common blackberry diseases. Generally resistant to certain pests and diseases.
Hardiness (Temp): Can tolerate temperatures down to -10°F (-23°C)
USDA Zone: Zones 5-9
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