- Released by the University of Arkansas in 2007
- US Plant Patent #20891
- A-2205 x A-1857 (A-1539 x Arapaho)
- Tested as A-2241
Natchez blackberry is a thornless, floricane fruiting, erect to semi-erect blackberry suited for the fresh market. It has large fruit, averaging 8 to 9 grams/berry. It has good flavor, with soluble solids averaging 9.5%. Yield is twice that of Arapaho in research trials; comparable to Ouachita. Natchez ripens early, beginning around June 3 in Clarksville, Arkansas. Fruit storage and handling is very good.
