Blackberry Merton Thornless. \nIf space is a problem, this is the variety for you. \nShort canes and complete absence of thorns makes maintenance of Merton Thornless a simple job. \nAverage yields of large well flavoured fruit can be picked during August and September. \nFor the best results Merton Thorless should be planted approximately 8 - 10ft apart in full sun or half shade. \nPrefers a light well drained soil. \nThe compact growth of Merton Thornless makes it ideal for a smaller garden. \nBlackberry bushes require little care. \nWater them when conditions become dry, especially if this occurs when the berries are forming. \nAn annual dressing of well-rotted compost in spring will see your Blackberry bushes through the season. \nWhere compost is not available use a log lasting fertiliser such as bonemeal. \nBlackberries are self-fertile and will produce fruit even if only one plant is grown. \nPack 1 Bare Root Plant \nWe have other SOFT FRUIT PLANTS in stock. \nEnsure season \nORDER IMMEDIATELY \nDECEMBER. \nALL PLANTS ARE ED WELL PACKAGED TO HELP AVOID STRESS AND PREVENT DAMAGE IN TRANSIT \nIf you need some help with your new plants MIgardener has some great tips. \nWe want you to be happy with your purchase and all our Blackberries are checked and inspected visually before packing. at  . . Due to the nature of the product we cannot accept any responsibility for failure after planting as pests, disease, poor horticultural practice, extremes of weather and many other factors outside our control all take their toll. Blackberry Merton Thornless . . .\nCARE OF BARE-ROOT PLANTS \n. \n