Ribes uva-crispa Hinnonmaki Yellow

This disease-resistant gooseberry reliably produces an abundance of greenish-yellow berries, that ripen half way through the season, by the second season each bush can produce up to 3kg of fruit. The medium-sized fruits are said to have an apricot-like undertone to their flavour, and they are sweet enough to be picked and eaten straight from the bush. Alternatively, they can be used to make jams, pies or crumbles. Bred in Finland, this variety is excellent for organic growing with high mildew resistance.

Site: Sheltered
Soil: Any well-drained soil
Position: Full sun, partial shade
Pick: Mid-July
Keep: Does not keep; freezes well
Hardiness: Very hardy
Pollination: Self-fertile
Uses: Cooking, preserving, eating
Height: 3’ (1m) Spread: 3’ (1m)