60cm 'Jostaberry Plant | 3L Pot

Name: 60cm 'Jostaberry Plant | 3L Pot
Brand: Winters Hill
SKU: shopify_GB_15178811048315_55626595434875
Price: 17.99 GBP
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FRU0058

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A unique hybrid, blending the juicy tang of blackcurrants with the tartness of gooseberries.
Produces large, blackcurrant-like berries that create a spectacular display when fruiting.
Enjoy heavy yields of up to 7kg of vitamin and antioxidant-rich fruit each summer.
A versatile plant that thrives in both full sun and partial shade.
Harvest your delicious berries from late July through to August.

Species: Jostaberry
Features: Self Fertile
Harvest: July, August
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Eventual Spread: 1.2m
Hardiness: Fully Hardy, doesn't require any protection from frost
Pest & Disease Resistance: Excellent
Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-draining loam or sandy soil.
Habit: Bushy
Uses: Eating fresh, crumbles, jams

Planting Time: January to July, September to December
Soil: When planting, dig in some organic matter or compost to improve the soil.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. Keep the soil moist throughout summer, especially during dry periods, watering 1-2 times a week and increasing when hot.
Feeding: This is not a hungry plant and does not require feeding.
Pruning: Prune in autumn/winter. Jostaberries fruit on one-year-old wood. To ensure good crops, preserve new shoots each year and prune away the canes which have fruited.
Pest & Disease: Bred for excellent disease resistance. Protect fruit from birds and wildlife with a net or by growing in a polytunnel.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: 3L Pot
Height on Arrival: 40-60cm inc. pot
Eventual Height: 1.2-1.5m
Spacing: 40-60cm
Time to First Crop: 2nd Year

Highlights

A unique hybrid, blending the juicy tang of blackcurrants with the tartness of gooseberries.
Produces large, blackcurrant-like berries that create a spectacular display when fruiting.
Enjoy heavy yields of up to 7kg of vitamin and antioxidant-rich fruit each summer.
A versatile plant that thrives in both full sun and partial shade.
Harvest your delicious berries from late July through to August.

Variety Specifications

Species: Jostaberry
Features: Self Fertile
Harvest: July, August
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Eventual Spread: 1.2m
Hardiness: Fully Hardy, doesn't require any protection from frost
Pest & Disease Resistance: Excellent
Soil Type: Prefers fertile, well-draining loam or sandy soil.
Habit: Bushy
Uses: Eating fresh, crumbles, jams

Planting & Care

Planting Time: January to July, September to December
Soil: When planting, dig in some organic matter or compost to improve the soil.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. Keep the soil moist throughout summer, especially during dry periods, watering 1-2 times a week and increasing when hot.
Feeding: This is not a hungry plant and does not require feeding.
Pruning: Prune in autumn/winter. Jostaberries fruit on one-year-old wood. To ensure good crops, preserve new shoots each year and prune away the canes which have fruited.
Pest & Disease: Bred for excellent disease resistance. Protect fruit from birds and wildlife with a net or by growing in a polytunnel.

Product Specifications