Average Landscape Size: 4–6 ft tall × 4–5 ft wide; semi-erect growth habit (benefits from a trellis or fence)
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours of direct sunlight)
Water Needs: Moderate; requires 1–2 inches of water per week, especially during the fruiting season; prefers well-drained soil
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9; excellent heat and UV tolerance for our Gulf Coast summers
Fertilization & Pruning: Feed with a balanced fruit fertilizer in early spring and after harvest; prune 2nd-year floricanes to the ground once they finish fruiting
Detailed Description: The Galaxy blackberry is a "superstar" addition to any Houston garden, offering a professional-quality harvest without the scratches! This variety is celebrated for its incredibly firm, medium-large fruit that doesn't leak or bruise easily, making it perfect for fresh eating or baking. Tasters often rave about its complex flavor profile, which features subtle notes of blueberry, mint, and grape—setting it apart from your standard store-bought berry.
Because it is a semi-erect grower with thornless canes, the Galaxy is much easier to manage and harvest than older thorny types. It is particularly well-suited for our local climate because it ripens early in the season, often beating the peak of the summer heat. While it is tough enough to handle our heavy clay if the drainage is good, it really thrives in a slightly elevated bed with plenty of organic mulch. Give it a simple trellis to lean on, and you’ll be rewarded with a massive "galaxy" of sweet fruit every year!
Average Landscape Size: 4–6 ft tall × 4–5 ft wide; semi-erect growth habit (benefits from a trellis or fence)
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours of direct sunlight)
Water Needs: Moderate; requires 1–2 inches of water per week, especially during the fruiting season; prefers well-drained soil
Deer Resistance: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–9; excellent heat and UV tolerance for our Gulf Coast summers
Fertilization & Pruning: Feed with a balanced fruit fertilizer in early spring and after harvest; prune 2nd-year floricanes to the ground once they finish fruiting
Detailed Description: The Galaxy blackberry is a "superstar" addition to any Houston garden, offering a professional-quality harvest without the scratches! This variety is celebrated for its incredibly firm, medium-large fruit that doesn't leak or bruise easily, making it perfect for fresh eating or baking. Tasters often rave about its complex flavor profile, which features subtle notes of blueberry, mint, and grape—setting it apart from your standard store-bought berry.
Because it is a semi-erect grower with thornless canes, the Galaxy is much easier to manage and harvest than older thorny types. It is particularly well-suited for our local climate because it ripens early in the season, often beating the peak of the summer heat. While it is tough enough to handle our heavy clay if the drainage is good, it really thrives in a slightly elevated bed with plenty of organic mulch. Give it a simple trellis to lean on, and you’ll be rewarded with a massive "galaxy" of sweet fruit every year!
