{"product_id":"semences-ronce-des-alleghanys","title":"Akene Seeds - Allegheny Blackberry","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#shopify-section-template--15422973542651__1637951897fd6781f7\"\u003eFor successful sowing,\u003cbr\u003esee the growing notes at the bottom of the page!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003eThe Allegheny blackberry (\u003cem\u003eRubus\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eallegheniensis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a robust native wild blackberry, prized for its drought tolerance and low maintenance requirements. This perennial plant produces small, sweet, and slightly spicy black berries, perfect for fresh eating or cooking. The Allegheny blackberry is ideal for naturalistic gardens or borders, and planting several individuals ensures good pollination and optimal fruit production. Several varieties have been developed from Allegheny blackberry cultivation, but plants grown from wild seeds have the advantage of maintaining the species' genetic diversity and offering delicious fruit with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAdditionally, native blackberries (\u003cem\u003eRubus\u003c\/em\u003e spp.) are recognized as \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Calibri,Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/les-plantes-cle-de-voute-des-piliers-essentiels-de-la-biodiversite\" title=\"Keystone plants: essential pillars of biodiversity\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ekeystone plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for biodiversity in many North American ecoregions, as they support a wide diversity of insects and birds that use their flowers, leaves, and small fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial; font-style: normal;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/l-index-de-sociabilite-des-plantes-un-outil-essentiel-pour-concevoir-des-amenagements-naturels-durables\" title=\"Plant Sociability Index\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSociability Index\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e: 4\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-843cefeb-7fff-601c-d3c9-dc9beba53eed\"\u003e→\u003c\/b\u003e Indicates the plant's behavior in space and its interactions with other plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedicinal and Culinary Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Allegheny blackberry has several medicinal properties. Its leaves, roots, and berries are astringent, tonic, and slightly anti-inflammatory. An infusion of leaves or roots is traditionally used to treat sore throats, diarrhea, and mucous membrane conditions. The berries, rich in vitamins and antioxidants, are eaten fresh or processed into jams, pies, and syrups, offering both delicious flavor and nutritional benefits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEcological Roles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Allegheny blackberry plays a significant ecological role by providing a food source for various animals, including birds and small mammals, which feed on its berries. Its dense thickets also offer valuable shelter for wildlife. By planting this species in gardens or naturalistic landscapes, we contribute to local biodiversity, while creating a habitat for pollinators and other native species that benefit from its fruits and foliage. Be sure to plant a few individuals to ensure pollination and fruit production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAllegheny blackberry seeds must undergo \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/akene.ca\/blogs\/publications\/stratification-froide-des-semences-indigenes\" title=\"Cold stratification of native seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ecold stratification\u003c\/a\u003e to ensure germination. See growing notes below for more details.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAkène cannot assume any responsibility regarding the use of plants for therapeutic purposes. Always seek professional advice before using a medicinal or edible plant.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akène, culture forestière","offers":[{"title":"Envelope","offer_id":49896183595254,"sku":"sku-45024824557819","price":4.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1g","offer_id":49896183628022,"sku":"sku-46906342605051","price":25.4,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5G","offer_id":49896183660790,"sku":"sku-46906342637819","price":63.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g","offer_id":50482695700726,"sku":"sku-48767762628859","price":101.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0354\/3286\/files\/rubus-allegheniensis-1.jpg?v=1769564808","url":"https:\/\/jardinierquebec.com\/en\/products\/semences-ronce-des-alleghanys","provider":"Jardinier Québec","version":"1.0","type":"link"}