Falmouth Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa)
Estimated delivery between Marzo 28 and Marzo 31.
The Falmouth Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa) is a unique and hardy variety of gooseberry known for its tangy, slightly tart flavor and high nutritional value. This classic fruit-bearing shrub produces small, round berries that ripen to a beautiful green to yellow color, perfect for fresh eating, making jams, pies, or adding to desserts and beverages. The Falmouth Gooseberry is easy to grow and thrives in well-drained soil with good sunlight, making it a fantastic addition to your garden. Its compact growth habit and rich, vitamin-packed fruit make it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Features & Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Ribes uva-crispa
- Common Name: Falmouth Gooseberry
- Plant Type: Deciduous fruit shrub
- Growth Habit: Upright, bushy shrub with thornless stems
- Flower Type: Small, pinkish-green flowers that bloom in spring
- Fruit Type: Small, round, green to yellow berries with a tart flavor
- Mature Height: 3-4 feet
- Mature Spread: 3-4 feet
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Planting Depth: Plant at soil level
- Germination Time: 1-3 weeks (from seeds)
- Hardiness Zone: 4-7 (Temperate climates)
- Uses: Fresh eating, jams, jellies, pies, desserts
- Unique Features: Tangy, vitamin-rich fruit, thornless growth, easy to care for
The Falmouth Gooseberry offers a delightful burst of flavor in your garden. Whether you're harvesting its berries for a sweet treat, or making your own homemade jams, this hardy, compact shrub is a rewarding plant that will thrive with minimal care. Its high vitamin content and versatility in culinary uses make it a great addition to any gardener’s fruit collection.
Dhara Seeds
Falmouth Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa)
Estimated delivery between Marzo 28 and Marzo 31.
The Falmouth Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa) is a unique and hardy variety of gooseberry known for its tangy, slightly tart flavor and high nutritional value. This classic fruit-bearing shrub produces small, round berries that ripen to a beautiful green to yellow color, perfect for fresh eating, making jams, pies, or adding to desserts and beverages. The Falmouth Gooseberry is easy to grow and thrives in well-drained soil with good sunlight, making it a fantastic addition to your garden. Its compact growth habit and rich, vitamin-packed fruit make it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Features & Specifications:
- Scientific Name: Ribes uva-crispa
- Common Name: Falmouth Gooseberry
- Plant Type: Deciduous fruit shrub
- Growth Habit: Upright, bushy shrub with thornless stems
- Flower Type: Small, pinkish-green flowers that bloom in spring
- Fruit Type: Small, round, green to yellow berries with a tart flavor
- Mature Height: 3-4 feet
- Mature Spread: 3-4 feet
- Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Planting Depth: Plant at soil level
- Germination Time: 1-3 weeks (from seeds)
- Hardiness Zone: 4-7 (Temperate climates)
- Uses: Fresh eating, jams, jellies, pies, desserts
- Unique Features: Tangy, vitamin-rich fruit, thornless growth, easy to care for
The Falmouth Gooseberry offers a delightful burst of flavor in your garden. Whether you're harvesting its berries for a sweet treat, or making your own homemade jams, this hardy, compact shrub is a rewarding plant that will thrive with minimal care. Its high vitamin content and versatility in culinary uses make it a great addition to any gardener’s fruit collection.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.