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Fruit · Dwarf Thornless
Baby Cakes Blackberry
Perennial · Rosaceae
Baby Cakes is a dwarf thornless blackberry bred for patio pots and small-space growing, with compact upright canes and sweet classic blackberry flavor. It is one of the few blackberries that feels genuinely realistic in a container for a home gardener.
At a Glance
Days to Maturity
365–425 days
Sun
8+ hours
full sun 8+ hours
Spacing
24–36 "
Container
Yes
7+ gallon pot
Height
3–4 ft
Zone Planting Guide
Growing Guide
Transplanting
Min Soil Temp
50°F
Harden Off
7 days
Watering
Weekly Water
1–2 "
Needs
Consistent
Method
Drip
Soil
pH Range
5.8–6.5
Soil Type
Fertile, well-drained loam or high-quality container mix with compost.
Resilience
Heat: Moderate
Cold: High
Drought: Moderate
Common Problems
gray-mold
Cause: Crowded plants, splashing water, and humid weather allow fungal spores to spread on blossoms and fruit.
Prevention: Space plants well, mulch, use drip irrigation, and remove spoiled fruit promptly.
slugs
Cause: Moist mulch and dense foliage create hiding places that lead to fruit scarring.
Prevention: Thin old leaves, keep fruit off wet soil, and hand-pick or trap in damp weather.
Nutrition
Feeding Intensity
Moderate feeder
Recommended Recipes
Root drench, Worm castings topdress
Harvest
Harvest when berries are fully black, glossy, and release with little resistance.
Expected Yield
2–4 lbs/plant
Storage
3 days — Refrigerate unwashed fruit in a shallow breathable container.
Sources
seed_catalog
Bushel & Berry
university
University of Minnesota Extension
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