Description
Ribes uva-crispa ‘Hinnonmäki Grön’, also known as green gooseberry, is a deciduous shrub that produces delicious green fruit in mid to late summer. The plant is compact and upright, growing to about 1.2 meters tall and wide, with green lobed leaves that turn golden in autumn. The green fruit is smooth and juicy, with a sweet and tart flavor that is perfect for making jams, jellies, and desserts. ‘Hinnonmäki Grön’ is a hardy plant that is resistant to mildew and rust, making it a great choice for gardeners who want to grow gooseberries without having to worry about disease. This plant looks beautiful when planted as a hedge, or mixed with other fruiting shrubs like blueberries or raspberries. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Hinnonmaki Green Gooseberry Bush
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Ribes uva-crispa ‘Honnonmaki Grön’ can grow to a height of 1.2m and a spread of 1.2m.
- Did You Know That:Gooseberries are high in vitamin C, vitamin K, antioxidants, and dietary fiber?
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Ribes uva-crispa ‘Honnonmaki Grön’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Ribes uva-crispa ‘Honnonmaki Grön’ prefers a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Ribes uva-crispa ‘Honnonmaki Grön’ should be pruned annually to maintain the health and productivity of the bush. Proper pruning can encourage bush to produce more fruit, and also help to control disease and pests. The best time to prune gooseberries is during their dormant season, typically late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. When you start pruning, the first step is to remove any dead, diseased, or damaged wood. Cut these branches back to healthy wood. Next, remove any shoots that have grown from the base of the bush, as well as any old or unproductive canes. Gooseberries typically produce fruit on the 2-year-old wood, and it is important to maintain a balance between the old wood and the new wood. You should also remove any shoots that are growing in the center of the bush, which can prevent good air circulation and lead to disease problems. Then you should thin out the remaining canes, leaving 4-6 strong canes per bush, and prune them back to about 4-6 inches from the ground.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Ribes uva-crispa ‘Honnonmaki Grön’ can have problems with aphids, capsid bug and sawfly, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as mildew and leaf spot. It is also known to attract bees. It is not considered to be toxic.
