Click for Jostaberry Care Guide Ribes grossularia × nigrum – Red Fruiting Jostaberry The red-fruiting Jostaberry is a unique hybrid from Europe, combining the best traits of gooseberries and currants. This vigorous and healthy shrub produces ½-inch red fruits that are excellent for freezing. Growth & Fruiting: Begins fruiting later than most Ribes, typically in the third or fourth year. Thorns & Aroma: Thornless with no pungent aroma. Pruning & Maintenance: Rust-resistant with little to no pruning required. Ornamental Value: An attractive upright bush with large, dark green leaves. Height: 4'–7' Spacing: 5' apart Container Fruiting: 3, 5, and 7-gallon sizes usually fruit while still in the container. Growing Zones: 3-8 Plant Characteristics Pest Resistance: Excellent Disease Resistance: Very Good Drought Tolerance: Good Heat Tolerance: Good Humidity Tolerance: Good Sun Tolerance: Good Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair Shade Tolerance: Very Good No-Spray Viability: Good Salt Tolerance: Poor Kid-Friendly (Fresh Eating): Fair Deer Resistance: Fair Thorns: No Plant Type: Shrub Soil Type: Adaptable Edible Type: Berry Self-Fertile: Yes This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.
