{"product_id":"rubus-ponca","title":"Rubus 'Ponca","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:3eda0a8b-4a44-4bf1-9bcc-79dc40a160f2-4\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-10\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"9753c257-b7e5-462b-a0d3-47d88275fe49\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"141\"\u003eUltra-Sweet, Early-Ripening Thornless Blackberry with Exceptional Flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"143\" data-end=\"434\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePonca\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBlackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the sweetest thornless blackberries ever released, delivering outstanding flavor, high yields, and easy harvesting. Developed by the University of Arkansas breeding program, Ponca was selected specifically for superior sweetness and rich, classic blackberry taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"436\" data-end=\"694\"\u003eRipening earlier than many other varieties, Ponca kicks off blackberry season with large, glossy black fruit that boasts excellent firmness and impressive sugar content. The berries are perfect for fresh eating right off the vine, baking, jams, and freezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eWith completely thornless canes and an upright growth habit, Ponca is easy to manage, easy to harvest, and highly productive — making it ideal for both home gardeners and small-scale growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"892\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"911\"\u003ePLANT DETAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"1324\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubus ‘Ponca’\u003cbr data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"949\" data-end=\"965\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ponca Thornless Blackberry\u003cbr data-start=\"992\" data-end=\"995\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1010\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous fruiting shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 ft tall × 3–4 ft wide\u003cbr data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, thornless canes\u003cbr data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to large\u003cbr data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very sweet with classic blackberry richness\u003cbr data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eRipening Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early season\u003cbr data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1264\" data-end=\"1281\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSun Exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003eWHY YOU’LL LOVE IT\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e• Exceptionally high sugar content\u003cbr data-start=\"1389\" data-end=\"1392\"\u003e• Early harvest season\u003cbr data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e• Thornless for easy picking\u003cbr data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e• Excellent fresh eating quality\u003cbr data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e• High yields with firm, glossy fruit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eGROWING CONDITIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003ePlant in full sun for best fruit production. Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture. Prune annually by removing spent floricanes after fruiting and tipping primocanes to encourage branching and higher yields. Provide support or a simple trellis for best structure and airflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1997\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1997\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003eIf you’re looking for one of the sweetest blackberries on the market with easy harvest and early production, Ponca is a top-tier choice.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"true\" data-edge=\"true\" class=\"pointer-events-none h-px w-px absolute bottom-0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mystic Flora Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":44007743586403,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":44007743619171,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/4540\/3491\/files\/Ponca-berries-prmocane-tip_68c6ed0c-dc05-448a-9e5c-139160958d0e.jpg?v=1771345206","url":"https:\/\/mysticfloranursery.com\/products\/rubus-ponca","provider":"Mystic Flora Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}