Black Velvet Gooseberry

Black Velvet Gooseberry (Ribes hirtellum) lives up to its name, offering velvety, dark berries that melt in the mouth. This variety is known for its disease resistance and high yields, ensuring a bountiful harvest. Its fruits are perfect for jams, jellies, or fresh consumption, offering a rich and velvety taste.

6-12″ Bareroot

Cold Tolerance: USDA Zone 3-8
Soil pH: 6.0-6.5
Soil Type: Well-drained
Water Requirements: Moderate, consistent moisture
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Heat Tolerance: Moderate
Chilling Hours: None

Pollination Requirements: Self-pollinating
Pollination Mechanisms: Insects (bees)
Bloom Time: May-June
Flower Color: Greenish-white

Plant Size: 3-5' tall, 3-5' wide
Plant Spacing: 4-5' apart
Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
Rootstock: Own Roots

Berry Size: 1"
Berry Flavor: Sweet-tart
Berry Color and Appearance Black, smooth
Harvest Time: July-August
Yield & Storage: Moderate, store in a cool, dry place
Years to Bear: 3-4

American Gooseberry Mildew (Podosphaera mors-uvae): Moderately Resistant
Gooseberry Fruit Rot (Botrytis cinerea): Moderately Resistant
Powdery Mildew (Erysiphe spp.): Moderately Resistant
Leaf Spot (Drepanopeziza ribis): Moderately Resistant
Gooseberry Sawfly (Nematus ribesii): Moderately Resistant
Aphids (Aphidoidea): Moderately Resistant

Growth Habit: Upright, bushy
Foliage Color: Green
Fall Color: Yellowish-green
Lifespan: 15-20 years
Toxicity: Non-toxic
Invasive Potential: Low
Native Range: Native to Europe
Nitrogen Fixing: No

Our 365-Day Plant Guarantee: We ensure that our plants are delivered to you alive and healthy. If your plant does not survive its first year, you're eligible for store credit under these conditions:

1. Your location falls within the appropriate USDA hardiness zone for the plant variety (refer to our hardiness zone map).
2. You maintain the roots' moisture and plant within three days of delivery, following the instructions in our Planting Guide.

If you're concerned about your plant's health, please consult our guide, How to Tell if Your Tree is Dead or Dormant. Remember, our plants are shipped in a dormant state and may leaf out at different times based on their species. To check for plant vital