Ribes uva-crispa 'Pixwell' (Gooseberry)
Gooseberry 'Pixwell', Pixwell Gooseberry
Noted for its high yields, Ribes uva-crispa 'Pixwell' is a small, deciduous shrub that is vigorous and almost thornless. It boasts medium to large, tart, pink fruits which ripen in mid-summer. The gooseberries have a sweet flesh and contrasting tart skin. They are excellent for jam and desserts. This plant is self-fertile.
- Grows up to 3-4 ft. tall and wide (90-120 cm).
- A full sun to part shade lover, this plant is easily grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Prefers full sun but appreciates some shade in hot summer areas. Site in a location protected from strong winter winds and frost pockets.
- Attracts scores of butterflies and birds but is ignored by rabbits.
- Keep an eye out for Gooseberry sawfly, capsid bug, birds, squirrels, aphids, leaf spot.
- Prune gooseberries in winter and summer to maximize fruit production
- Propagate by hardwood cuttings in winter.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 6 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Fruit, Shrubs |
Plant Family | Ribes - Currants |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid) |
Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 48" (90cm – 120cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Rabbit |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 6 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 15, 16, 17, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Fruit, Shrubs |
Plant Family | Ribes - Currants |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid) |
Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spread | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spacing | 36" – 48" (90cm – 120cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fruit & Berries |
Tolerance | Rabbit |
Attracts | Birds, Butterflies |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |