Looking for a native blackberry to add to your garden? Look no further than Rubus alleghaniensis. This deciduous shrub produces white flowers in late spring or early summer which give way to deliciously sweet and mildly spicy blackberries come summertime. With arching canes that can spread rapidly in good soil, this blackberry can reach heights of 8 ft, yet survive as low as 2' in dry soil. Native from Nova Scotia to North Carolina, Missouri, it prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate light (sandy), medium (loamy), and heavy (clay) soils of various pH levels. Whether eaten raw, cooked, or dried for later use, Rubus alleghaniensis blackberries will satisfy your taste buds and add a beautiful touch to your garden.