Blackberry Bushes Root ball

The root ball of a blackberry bush is a dense, fibrous mass of roots that anchors the plant and absorbs water and nutrients from the soil. It is typically wider than it is deep and can be quite extensive, especially in well-established plants.

• Dig a hole: Make it twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep.
• Loosen roots: Gently tease out any circling roots at the edges of the root ball.
• Place in hole: Set the root ball, ensuring the top is level with the ground.
• Backfill: Fill the hole with the excavated soil, gently firming it around the root ball.
• Water thoroughly: Water deeply to settle the soil and hydrate the plant.