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Poorman Gooseberry

  • $25.95
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Poorman Gooseberry

  • $25.95

Poorman Gooseberry is considered by many to be the best tasting, sweetest gooseberry variety. Green berries turn red when ripe. Great all purpose variety, but delicious eaten straight out of hand. We are unable to ship gooseberries to ME, NC and SC.

Growing Poorman Gooseberry

USDA Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,10

Uses: Canning / Preserves, Desserts / Pies, Fresh Eating

Harvest Period: Midseason

Pollination Requirement: Self-Fertile

Origin Date: 1800's

Storage: A few weeks

Years to Bear: 1-2 years

Recommended Spacing: 2-6 ft.

Mature Size: 4-6 ft.

Water Requirements: 3-8 gallons per week May through Sept.

Shape when Shipped: Small bush