Berry · Charlotte, NC
🫐 Blackberries
Tougher than raspberries in Southern heat. Thornless types are backyard-friendly.
Suitability: 100/100 · Excellent choice
Sun requirement: 6–8 hours
Space required: ~8.0 sq ft / plant
Difficulty: Easy
Plant Mar–May · Harvest Sep–Nov
Expected harvest: 8–23 lb
Grocery equivalent: $42–$126
Estimated garden cost: $28–$54
Potential savings: $-12–$97/year