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Gooseberry growing guide

Hardy berry shrub for cool and temperate climates, producing tart green, yellow or red berries.

Gooseberry
Wikimedia Commons · Rasbak · CC BY-SA 3.0
14-30 daysGermination
365-730 daysHarvest
120 cmSpacing
VariesSow depth
PartSun
HardyFrost
2.5 cm/weekWater
6-7pH

Planting calendar by climate

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ClimateSowTransplant / PlantHarvest
TropicalNot suitableJan - DecJan - Dec
SubtropicalNot suitableMar - SepJan - Dec
MediterraneanNot suitableMar - MayJun - Nov
TemperateNot suitableMar - MayJun - Oct
CoolNot suitableMar - MayJul - Oct
AridNot suitableMar - MayJun - Nov

Good companions

Chives, Yarrow, Mint

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Growing note

Prefers cool roots and good airflow. Prune to an open centre.

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