7 Fun Facts About Blackberries
Are blackberries the new blueberries? Maybe not, but research touting the health benefits of blackberries is grabbing headlines these days. Turns out that the berries are high in cancer-fighting antioxidants, fiber and vitamin C – plus, we already know they taste pretty darn good in cobblers, jams and fresh off the bush. Scroll through the slideshow to learn seven fun blackberry facts. Then, head to the kitchen to whip up a few of our favorite seasonal blackberry recipes below!
Harvest time typically runs June through August, but new varieties of fall-bearing blackberries allow harvests to continue through September – potentially boosting consumption and demand.
Can't get enough fresh berries in the summer? Check out some of our favorite season berry recipes below:
Blackberry Cake
Balsamic Blackberry Ice Cream
Wilted Spinach, Blackberry and Goat Cheese Salad
