{"product_id":"osage-blackberry","title":"Osage Thornless Blackberry – Early Sweet Compact Blackberry (Rubus 'Osage')","description":"\u003c!-- Left Side: Description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-left-zone\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOsage Blackberry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOsage Blackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e is a modern thornless variety prized for its medium-sized, glossy black fruit with a rich, sweet flavor. Bred by the University of Arkansas, it combines great taste with easy harvesting—perfect for backyard gardeners and berry lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eIts upright canes are nearly thorn-free, making picking simple and enjoyable. The berries are firm, juicy, and versatile for eating fresh, baking into pies, or making jams and preserves. With excellent disease resistance and reliable productivity, Osage is a top choice for home and market growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e� Thornless canes for easy picking\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e� Medium-sized, sweet, and juicy berries\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e� Excellent for fresh eating, desserts \u0026amp; preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e� Thrives in full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e� Mature Size: 4–5 ft. tall, 3–4 ft. wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e� Great for home gardens and small orchards\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Blackberries are self-pollinating and produce best in well-drained, fertile soil with full sun exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Right Side: Growing Info --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"growing-right-zone\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"growing-zone-sub\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eGrowing Zones: 6–9 outdoors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"outdoor-map\"\u003e\n    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/0619\/2212\/files\/6-9.png?v=1591626065\" style=\"width: 100%;\" alt=\"USDA Zone Map\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"available-detail\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"plant-details-table\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e4–5 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e3–4 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eRubus fruticosus 'Osage'\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eHarvest Time:\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMid-Summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eType:\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eFruit Bush (Thornless Blackberry)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ Section --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ's\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq pdp-faq-div\" id=\"section2\"\u003e\n  \u003cinput id=\"faq-a\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n  \u003clabel for=\"faq-a\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eIs the Osage Blackberry thornless?\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes, it features nearly thornless canes, making harvesting much easier and more enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n  \u003cinput id=\"faq-b\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n  \u003clabel for=\"faq-b\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eWhen does it produce fruit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eOsage Blackberries ripen in mid-summer, providing a steady harvest season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n  \u003cinput id=\"faq-c\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n  \u003clabel for=\"faq-c\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eDo I need another plant for pollination?\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eNo, Osage is self-pollinating and will produce fruit on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n  \u003cinput id=\"faq-d\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n  \u003clabel for=\"faq-d\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eHow should I prune Osage Blackberry canes?\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003ePrune back old canes after fruiting to encourage new growth for next season’s berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/label\u003e\n\n  \u003cinput id=\"faq-e\" type=\"checkbox\"\u003e\n  \u003clabel for=\"faq-e\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-heading\"\u003eAre the berries good for fresh eating?\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv id=\"faq-arrow-dwn\" class=\"faq-arrow\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"faq-text\"\u003eYes, Osage is known for its rich, sweet flavor and excellent fresh-eating quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Pixies Gardens","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon \/ Potted \/ Single 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