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.
| 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 | Fruits, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Grossulariaceae |
| Genus | Ribes |
| Common names | Currant, Gooseberry |
| 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) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | 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 |
| 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 | Fruits, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Grossulariaceae |
| Genus | Ribes |
| Common names | Currant, Gooseberry |
| 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) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | 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 |
How many Ribes uva-crispa ‘Pixwell’ (Gooseberry) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Ribes uva-crispa ‘Pixwell’ (Gooseberry) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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