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Gooseberry
Ribes uva-crispa
Also known as: European gooseberry, gooseberry bush
Compact thorny shrub producing tart translucent berries. Excellent for preserves and pies. Thrives in cool climates with partial shade.
Growing Requirements
SunPart Sun
WaterMedium
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing36–60″
Row Spacing60–96″
Planting Depth—
Height36–60″
Spread36–60″
✓ Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly
Planting Schedule
Transplant Outdoors
0–9 weeks after last frost
Days to Harvest
365–730 days
Zone Suitability
USDA Hardiness Zones
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
Zones 3–8
Can overwinter in appropriate zones
Perennial in zones 3–8
Self-fertile but better yields with two varieties. Mulch heavily to keep roots cool. Prune oldest branches to maintain airflow.
Companion Plants
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