- Released by the University of Arkansas in 1993
- US Plant Patent #8510
- Ark 631 (Ark 550 x Cherokee) x Ark 883
- Tested as Ark 1536
Arapaho Blackberry is a thornless, floricane-fruiting, erect blackberry adapted for fresh market production. It has medium fruit size, averaging 5 g/berry. It has good soluble solids, averaging 10%. Yields are moderate, but fruit storage and handling potential are excellent. It does well in heat, but may have fungal tip dieback issues in cool climates. Ripening begins approximately June 5 at Clarksville, Arkansas and fruiting extends for four weeks. Chilling requirement 400-500 hours.
