Apache

Blackberry

Zone 1b Save Garden

🌱 90d to harvest Shrub

Sink your senses into Apache’s glossy, near-black berries—tart-sweet and intensely flavored, with a juicy snap that feels almost …

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Jun 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 1st
Harvest Begins	Aug 30th
Harvest Ends	Aug 1st

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Shrub
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	50
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I control blossom-end rot in Apache peppers?

Blossom-end rot shows up as dark, sunken patches on the bottom of the pepper, usually from inconsistent soil moisture and calcium uptake. Keep moisture even by watering deeply whenever the top 1 inch of soil dries, and mulch to prevent swings. Avoid excess nitrogen (lush growth makes calcium demand spike) and, if needed, apply a calcium source labeled for blossom-end rot early when first fruits set.

How often should I water Apache peppers during the 90-day growing phase?

From transplanting through fruiting, water Apache peppers so the soil stays evenly moist but not soggy—aim for about 1–2 inches of water per week depending on heat and rainfall. Check by feel: if the top 1 inch is dry, water thoroughly until it drains, then let the surface dry slightly again. In hot spells, you may need to water 2–3 times per week to prevent fruiting stress and tip-end disorders.

How can I tell when Apache peppers are ready to harvest?

Harvest Apache peppers at 90 days when they have reached the expected size and color for your variety (green to red depending on your preference and the cultivar’s final color). Peppers should feel firm and glossy with thick walls—if they’re still thin or hard to snap, give them a few more days. For the best flavor and heat balance, pick with pruners so you don’t tear the plant, and harvest frequently once they start coloring.

Sink your senses into Apache’s glossy, near-black berries—tart-sweet and intensely flavored, with a juicy snap that feels almost velvety on the palate. At maturity, the fruit ripens in succession on vigorous canes, offering a rich, deep color and a satisfying, berry-forward texture. Grow Apache for standout fresh enjoyment and for bold, dark-purple preserves and sauces that capture its blackberry intensity from the garden to the jar.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 50°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.

Expert Note

Plant thornless blackberries in full sun with well-drained soil, water deeply the first season, and train/prune to keep new canes productive.