Gooseberry Careless

Rubus uva-crispa 'Careless'

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First grade loose roots
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  • Suitable for planting in sunny locations
  • Suitable for growing in pots and containers
  • Attracts birds
  • Summer flowering time
  • GREEN foliage colour
  • WHITE flowering Colour

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Product Description

Gooseberry 'Careless' is one of the most popular and commonly known Gooseberry varieties within the country and a winner of the RHS Award of Garden Merit. These tasty fruit will produce high yields of crisp tasting, yellow coloured fruit which is fully ripe by mid-July. Sometimes known as Rubus uva-crispa Careless, it has been a traditional favourite in the UK since the 19th Century. Their popularity lies in their culinary versatility, ease of growing and suitability to our climate. Reaching a mature height of one metre, they can planted within the garden border or in containers for gardeners that have less space. We recommend planting in sunny areas of the garden in well-drained soil, where they will thrive. Supplied as first grade loose roots. 

Plant Size

Mature Height 100 cm
Mature Spread 100 cm
Plant Spacing 100 cm

Planting Notes

Planting Plant in hole large enough to firmly hold the roots.
Soil Type Fertile, moisture retentive soil

Growing at a glance…

They are very robust plants that will require very little care/maintenance. You can prune back each winter to ensure that the shrubs do not become too overgrown and thus ensure easy picking for next year. They are also suitable for growing in potsusing a loam based John Innes Compost.Gooseberries can be planted in fertile, moisture retentive soil in a sunny, yet sheltered location. Prepare the soil in advance and put the roots of the shrub in holes large enough so that they are not too cramped. Ensure soil is filled in firmlyaround the roots, and water regularly until the shrub has become established.

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