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May 29, 2018

How To Do Berry Gardening with Baby Cakes Blackberries

Looking to dive into berry gardening this summer?

baby cakes blackberry

Looking to dive into berry gardening this summer? Meet Baby Cakes—a dwarf, thornless blackberry plant that’s perfect for containers, small gardens, and berry-lovers of all kinds. These festive blackberries not only taste delicious, they look incredible too. Baby Cakes berries grow in firework-like clusters, making them a standout in the garden, especially for a Fourth of July wow factor!

Baby Cakes blackberries thrive in full sun and need consistent watering (whenever the top 2–3 inches of soil feels dry). You can expect spring blooms of white flowers, followed by juicy fruit in midsummer. Reaching about 3–4 feet tall and wide, this compact shrub is a great pick for berry gardening in patios or small backyard spaces.

Why You’ll Love Baby Cakes:

  • Thornless (kid- and pet-friendly!)
  • Edible, bird-friendly, and ornamental
  • Makes a great gift
  • Perfect for cottage, rustic, or contemporary garden designs

Berry Gardening Tips – How to Plant Baby Cakes:

  1. Dig a hole twice the width and depth of the root ball.
  2. Remove the plant from the pot and loosen roots if needed.
  3. Place in the hole so the root ball is level with the soil.
  4. Mix compost or organic matter with your backfill soil.
  5. Add a root starter fertilizer.
  6. Water thoroughly and keep soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Plant Your Berries: Choose a sunny spot with well-draining, neutral soil. Plant against a fence or wall for extra warmth and wind protection. A small trellis or stake can offer added support.

Get the Family Involved in Your Berry Garden! Because Baby Cakes is thornless, it’s perfect for berry gardening with kids. Let your little ones dig in the dirt, help water, and eventually harvest the berries themselves. There’s nothing sweeter than a summer snack they helped grow!

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