{"product_id":"rubus-allegheniensis-fr-murier-ronce-des-alleghanys-en-allegheny-blackberry","title":"Rubus allegheniensis (Fr: mûrier\/ronce des Alléghanys | En: Allegheny blackberry)","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1001\" data-start=\"578\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-end=\"604\" data-start=\"582\"\u003eAllegheny blackberry\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem data-end=\"628\" data-start=\"606\"\u003eRubus allegheniensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is our most common native blackberry in the Ottawa Valley—and one of great ecologically valuable and taste! Often referred to as \u003cem data-end=\"773\" data-start=\"752\"\u003ehighbush blackberry\u003c\/em\u003e for its upright, arching form, while this species spreads and can be a bit aggressive, it is a far cry from the invasive exotic blackberries that dominate vast areas of Canada. This blackberry belongs here, and it behaves itself—spreading naturally without displacing native ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1405\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003eIts tall, thorny canes form dense thickets in sunny forest edges, meadows, and disturbed areas. In early summer, it puts out beautiful five-petaled white flowers that are not just ornamental—they’re a magnet for pollinators including native bees, beetles, and butterflies. By late summer to early fall, the dark purple-black berries ripen, feeding wildlife and offering a sweet-tart treat for foragers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1750\" data-start=\"1407\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRubus allegheniensis\u003c\/em\u003e is one of several native blackberry species, but stands out for its size, hardiness, and broad ecological role. Its thickets offer shelter, nesting habitat, and forage for birds and mammals. It's excellent for hedgerows, edible landscapes, and restoration projects where rugged, wildlife-friendly native shrubs are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2194\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1786\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1786\" data-start=\"1754\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1765\" data-start=\"1754\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–2.5 m (5–8 ft)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1860\" data-start=\"1787\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1860\" data-start=\"1789\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1800\" data-start=\"1789\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spreads by suckers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1861\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1898\" data-start=\"1863\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1863\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"1960\" data-start=\"1899\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1960\" data-start=\"1901\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1914\" data-start=\"1901\"\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"1961\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1972\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adaptable; prefers well-drained soils\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2116\" data-start=\"2013\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2116\" data-start=\"2015\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2034\" data-start=\"2015\"\u003eWildlife value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outstanding – attracts pollinators, feeds birds and mammals, offers dense cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"\" data-end=\"2194\" data-start=\"2117\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2194\" data-start=\"2119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2130\" data-start=\"2119\"\u003eEdible:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes – juicy, richly flavoured berries good fresh or preserved\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Nursery for the Earth","offers":[{"title":"#3 Pot – ~60–100 cm","offer_id":48011800674548,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/0495\/6404\/files\/ChristineBraaten_norightsreserved_CC0.jpg?v=1746930453","url":"https:\/\/nurseryfortheearth.com\/en\/products\/rubus-allegheniensis-fr-murier-ronce-des-alleghanys-en-allegheny-blackberry","provider":"Nursery for the Earth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}