Botanical Name
Rubus 'Chester Thornless'
Common Name
Chester Thornless Blackberry
Bloom Date: May
Ripening Month: July
Pollination: Self Fertile
Exposure: Full Sun
Zone: 5-8
DESCRIPTION: Chester is a thornless and semi-erect variety of blackberry that was developed by the USDA in 1985. Medium to large berries are deep black, round and very sweet. This is a high quality and high yielding variety and will not soften or lose its color in hot weather. Reputedly an excellent variety for making blackberry wine. Late ripening. 1 yr/#1 plants sent