Blackberry
Rubus spp.
About Blackberry
Often found invading lawns and garden beds in Middle Tennessee areas like Franklin and Brentwood, blackberry (Rubus spp.) is a vigorous, thorny perennial that spreads through arching canes and underground roots. Its dense growth habit and sharp thorns make it difficult to control, competing aggressively with turfgrass and desirable plants. Homeowners should manage it early to prevent it from overtaking their lawn or landscape.
Blackberry (Rubus spp.) is a turf weed commonly found in lawns throughout Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Weed Identification Library.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we identify and treat Blackberry regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward selecting the right herbicide and timing for effective control.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Blackberry
- Scientific Name
- Rubus spp.
- Type
- Turf Weed
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
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