{"product_id":"leepared-gooseberry","title":"Leepared Gooseberry","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRibes uva-crispa 'Leepared'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eProhibited to DE, ME, NC, NH, NJ \u0026amp; WV, and by permit only to MA, RI, and NJ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heavy-bearing Finnish variety, (may also be known as Hinnonmaki Red) is rust and mildew resistant; it makes a carefree, attractive plant that will yield 5+ pounds annually. The smallish berries, which ripen early-midseason, have a complex, rich, tart\/sweet flavor that many feel is the best of all gooseberries. It is favored for pies and jams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCanes are small (with mature plants reaching 3'x 3'), vigorous, dense, and productive. Prefers sun to part shade in hotter summer climates. Evenly moist soils with optimal ph of 5.8-6.8 and amended with organic matter regularly will produce vigorous plants with best yields. Plants reach mature bearing age by years 4-5, but begin fruiting as early as year 2, and will remain productive for 15-20 years or more. Space at 4'-5' for optimal airflow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGooseberries, highly prized in Europe as an important part of a well-rounded garden, have been sadly neglected in America, perhaps because people remember gooseberries as tart and mouth puckering - b\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eut modern, sweet, dessert-quality varieties are wonderful for fresh eating! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGooseberries generally ripen in early summer with strawberries. W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ee off\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eer well-rooted, one-year bushes. Hardy to USDA Zones 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClick here to read our \u003cstrong\u003eGooseberry Growing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whitman","offers":[{"title":"2 Quart Pot","offer_id":50439241793603,"sku":"vck1790045886756","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bareroot (1-2')","offer_id":50439241826371,"sku":"qvl1790045886757","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0692\/8020\/2819\/files\/leepared-gooseberry_1.jpg?v=1790045895","url":"https:\/\/petgates.shop\/products\/leepared-gooseberry","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}