Gooseberry
**Only available for certain (mostly urban) municipalities in MA**
Gooseberry is a hardy, low-maintenance, productive shrub that yields tart, juicy berries ranging in color from green to red or purple. These versatile berries are excellent for fresh eating, jams, pies, and desserts. The shrub reaches 3-5 feet in height and width, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Gooseberry bushes are easy to grow, cold-hardy, and disease-resistant, offering spring flowers, summer fruit, and attractive foliage.
**Only available for certain (mostly urban) municipalities in MA**
Gooseberry is a hardy, low-maintenance, productive shrub that yields tart, juicy berries ranging in color from green to red or purple. These versatile berries are excellent for fresh eating, jams, pies, and desserts. The shrub reaches 3-5 feet in height and width, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Gooseberry bushes are easy to grow, cold-hardy, and disease-resistant, offering spring flowers, summer fruit, and attractive foliage.
**Only available for certain (mostly urban) municipalities in MA**
Gooseberry is a hardy, low-maintenance, productive shrub that yields tart, juicy berries ranging in color from green to red or purple. These versatile berries are excellent for fresh eating, jams, pies, and desserts. The shrub reaches 3-5 feet in height and width, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. Gooseberry bushes are easy to grow, cold-hardy, and disease-resistant, offering spring flowers, summer fruit, and attractive foliage.
Gooseberry is an easy-to-grow fruiting shrub that produces round, plump berries with a distinctive tart-sweet flavor. The berries, which ripen in early to mid-summer, can vary in color from green to red or purple, depending on the variety. High in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber, Gooseberries are a nutritious and flavorful addition to your diet. While they can be enjoyed fresh, they are often used in jams, jellies, pies, and desserts due to their tangy taste and ability to balance sweet flavors.
This compact, deciduous shrub grows 3-5 feet tall and wide, making it an excellent choice for small gardens or hedgerows. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is highly adaptable to a range of growing conditions. Gooseberry bushes bloom in early spring with small, greenish-white flowers that attract pollinators before setting fruit. The foliage provides additional ornamental value, with lobed green leaves that turn golden in fall.
Native to Europe and parts of North America, Gooseberry has been cultivated for centuries and was once a staple in cottage gardens. It remains a favorite among home gardeners due to its high yield, hardiness, and disease resistance. Most varieties have small thorns. With its rich history, culinary versatility, and easy maintenance, Gooseberry is an excellent addition to any edible landscape.
Zone Range: 3-8
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Size at Maturity: 3-5 feet tall, 3-5 feet spread
