Fruit: Large, dark maroon, sweet-tart, almost seedless berries, excellent for culinary uses and fresh eating. 
Canes: Trailing, smooth (mostly thornless), growing 6-8 ft tall, needing strong support (trellis/fence). 
Sun & Soil: Prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. 
Hardiness: Hardy in USDA Zones 5-10 (some sources say 6-10), requires winter protection below 10°F. 
Maturity: First fruits usually appear in the second year, with a yield of 4-6 quarts per plant at maturity. 
How to Grow & Harvest
Planting: Best planted dormant in fall or early spring. 
Support: Train canes on a strong trellis or wires. 
Pruning: Cut old, fruited canes to the ground after harvest; tie new canes to supports. 
Harvest: Berries are ripe when they drop easily with a slight touch.