August – September
Wild Blackberry
leaves and berries
Forest-edge blackberry harvested for both leaves and the small, concentrated berries. The leaves carry tannins and are widely used in Georgian herbal teas; the berries are dried whole.
Sourcing area
Forest-edge thickets in the foothills and mountain valleys of eastern and central Georgia, 500–1,200m.
Minimum order
100g dried weight.
Lead time
Contact by July for August–September harvest. Processing and drying take 1–2 weeks after picking.
Harvest variability
Berry density varies by site and season. Leaf quality is more stable than berry yield. Both components are included in all batches.
Quality variability
Dried berry size varies — wild blackberries are noticeably smaller than cultivated. Leaf colour ranges from grey-green to dark green. Consistent tannin content.
Storage / shelf life
Sealed container, away from light. 12 months from dispatch.
Packaging
Kraft inner bag, plain outer mailer.
Import restrictions
No known restrictions for dried berry and leaf material in standard export markets.