The best varieties of gooseberries

Gooseberries can be found in almost every site in the central region of Russia. Gardeners often think about which variety to choose and plant. Let's try to figure it out together by reading the description of the most popular of them. Varieties are divided according to many criteria, Kolobok, Grushenka, Russian yellow and Amber are most suitable for the Moscow region... The most frost-resistant are Beryl, Ural emerald, Consul and others. The largest fruits are produced by the varieties Zashchitnik, Kooperator, Leningradets and others. They have excellent taste - Medovy, Kaptivator, Pushkin, Sadko, Laskovy, English, Mashenka and others. Thornless gooseberries are the safest, besides, it is easier to care for them, the best and most popular varieties are Eaglet, African, Thornless gooseberry and others.

Description of the most popular varieties for the Moscow region and central Russia

Grushenka

Gooseberry variety Grushenka

Medium-sized shrub with drooping branches. There are practically no thorns on the shoots. The berries are medium-sized, weigh on average 5 grams, the shape is pear-shaped, and the color changes as the fruits ripen (from pale red to deep purple). The variety is perfect for growing in central Russia, it is able to easily endure frosts, winter cold and drought. It is immune to many diseases.

Russian yellow

Gooseberry variety Russian yellow

A low bush with medium spreading, covered with thorns throughout the area. Produces yellow pear-shaped fruits weighing up to 6 grams... The presence of a thin waxy coating is characteristic. The variety is distinguished by its excellent tolerance to sudden changes in temperature, frost and drought. Self-fertile, not affected by many common diseases.

Amber

Gooseberry grade Amber

A tall shrub can grow up to 1.5 meters. The crown is dense and spreading, and there are also many thorny thorns on it. But all these disadvantages are offset by delicious and beautiful fruits. Berries are yellow-orange in color and oblong in shape, on average, weigh 5-6 grams... Amber gooseberries are early varieties and have a very high yield. Also, this shrub tolerates frost and drought well.

Gingerbread man

Gooseberry variety Kolobok

A medium-sized shrub with thorns, which are located singly, most often on the lower part of the branches. Fruits are large in size, their weight reaches 7 grams... The shape of the berries is slightly elongated, the color is pale red. The taste is pleasant, sweet and sour. The variety tolerates frost well, is resistant to anthracnose and powdery mildew.

The best large-fruited gooseberry varieties

Defender

Gooseberry variety Defender

A tall shrub with powerful branches and a straight crown. The mass of berries can reach 10 grams, their shape is oval-pear-shaped, the color is burgundy, almost black... The taste of the fruit is sweet and sour. Refers to varieties with a late ripening period. The defender tolerates frost well, does not undergo powdery mildew.

Cooperator

Gooseberry variety Cooperator

This type of shrub has a medium height and a sparse, slightly spreading crown with a small number of thorns. On average, one berry weighs 7 grams, pear-shaped, dark red color... Such fruits are considered dessert, they are very tasty and sweet. Up to 5 kilograms of harvest can be harvested from one bush, the ripening period is medium late. Another advantage of the variety is its resistance to cold weather and fruit rot.

Leningrader

Gooseberry grade Leningradets

A bush of medium height with a semi-spreading crown, thorns are practically absent. The berries are large, their weight can reach 10 grams, the shape resembles an inverted egg, the color is dark red... Gooseberry taste sweet and sour. From one bush, you can collect up to 7.5 kilograms of harvest, medium late ripening. The shrub is winter-hardy, moderately exposed to powdery mildew.

Spring

Gooseberry variety Rodnik

Shrub of medium height with a compact, neat crown. On average, the fruits weigh 5-6 grams, but their weight can reach 8 grams, the shape is round-oval, the color is dull, yellow-green... The taste of such berries is very pleasant, sweet, they are suitable both for fresh consumption and for any kind of processing. The variety is resistant to frost and fungal diseases, it is distinguished by its ability to reproduce crops even under unfavorable climatic conditions.

The best winter-hardy gooseberry varieties

Beryl

Gooseberry Beryl grade

Medium-sized shrub with a neat crown. Thorns are present at the bottom of the shoot. The weight of the berries can reach 8-9 grams, the shape is spherical, the color is light green... The taste of the fruit is dessert, highly appreciated by professional tasters. One bush brings up to 9 kilograms of harvest and can survive frost down to -36 degrees. Also, the variety is resistant to fruit rot.

Ural emerald

Gooseberry grade Ural emerald

Medium-sized shrub with few thorns on the shoots. Berries are distinguished by the absence of pubescence, their weight can reach 8 grams... This variety got its name due to the bright color of the fruit with a dessert taste and pleasant aroma. The first harvest can be obtained at 3-4 years of age, the ripening period is medium early. Frost resistance is high, such a shrub can withstand cold temperatures down to -37 degrees.

Consul

Gooseberry grade Consul

Another name for this variety is senator. A medium-sized bush with a dense crown, on which there are practically no thorns. The berries are large, their weight can reach 6 grams, the color is maroon, almost black... The skin of the fruit is very thin, so they do not tolerate transportation well. Also, such berries have very few seeds, which makes them an excellent jam. The shrub tolerates frosts well down to -37 degrees. In the first years of his life, the Senator gives little harvest, but over time this figure increases 2-3 times.

Belorussian

Gooseberry grade Belarusian

A small bush with a compact crown, on which there are a lot of sharp thorns. Ball-shaped berries weigh no more than 8 grams... The color is bright green. The taste is very pleasant, sweet, the skin of the fruit is thin, and the pulp is juicy and tender. The variety belongs to the old selection, has a very high frost resistance (up to -39 degrees). The harvest ripens in medium terms.

Krasnoslavyansky

Gooseberry grade Krasnoslavyansky

The bush is of medium height, slightly spreading, the crown is sparse, there are thorns on the shoots. The berries are large enough, the maximum weight can reach 9 grams, the shape is round, the color is deep red... There is practically no pubescence on the skin. The taste of this gooseberry is considered dessert.The first crop can be harvested already in the second year of the plant's life, but over time this figure becomes larger and reaches 6-7 kilograms. Also, the variety is very frost-resistant, resistant to powdery mildew.

The best studless gooseberry varieties

Eaglet

Gooseberry grade Eaglet

A medium-sized shrub with a neat and small crown. The lack of thorns makes this variety one of the most popular among gardeners. On average, one berry weighs 4-6 grams, the color is almost black... Differs in the presence of a light military raid and a pleasant sweet and sour taste. The crop ripens early, the shrub bears fruit annually and abundantly, it is resistant to frost and fruit rot.

African

Gooseberry variety African

A medium-sized bush with no thorns. The berries are not large, rounded, dark purple in color... The taste of the fruit is sweet and sour, with light notes of black currant. The shrub begins to bear fruit in 2-3 years after planting, has good winter hardiness and resistance to many diseases. There is a risk of anthracnose contamination.

Northern captain

Gooseberry variety Northern Captain

One of the most popular gooseberry varieties. A tall shrub with a narrow, neat crown, the branches of which grow straight up. Berries are dark, almost black in color, their weight can reach 4 grams... The taste of the fruit is pleasant, with a slight sourness. The ripening period of the crop is average. With proper care, up to 12 kilograms of fruit can be removed from one shrub... Among other things, the North Captain tolerates frost, drought well and is not exposed to many diseases.

Ural besshorny

Gooseberry grade Ural Besshipny

Medium-sized shrub that bears bright green, large (up to 8 grams) oval fruits... The variety is medium late, there is no pubescence on the skin, the fruit pulp is sweet and pleasant to the taste. The variety tolerates frost well, but may begin to drop berries ahead of time, which will lead to a loss of yield. Gooseberries are recommended to be picked a little earlier than they are fully ripe. In addition, the absence of thorns will make this process even easier and more enjoyable.

Thornless gooseberry

Thornless gooseberry

The bush is vigorous, but at the same time its crown is very compact, and the branches grow mainly upward. On average, the berries weigh 5 grams, have a drop-like shape and a light red color.... The taste of the fruit is pleasant, sweet with a barely noticeable sourness. The variety tolerates winter cold well and does not undergo powdery mildew.

Both adults and children love gooseberries. A resident of any region will be able to choose a variety suitable for himself, you can also pick berries according to taste, size and other indicators... The modern market offers a huge variety of different varieties of gooseberries.

Review of the best gooseberry varieties - according to gardeners' reviews

Gooseberry is a healthy berry for children and adults. Gardeners love it for its unpretentiousness and annual bountiful harvest. Plants quickly enter fruiting and do not need pollinating varieties.

Gooseberry varieties vary greatly in color, shape, size and flavor. By the color of the berries, two groups are conventionally distinguished: green and dark, but there are much more shades. The taste has several variations, there are varieties with both pronounced sourness and fresh, with a herbaceous aftertaste. At the same time, soft-sweet berries are not uncommon.

Gooseberries are characterized by the presence of thorns on the shoots and pubescence of berries, but the severity of these signs in the varieties is different. Domestic hybrid forms of gooseberries differ in the predominance of North American or West European genes. In the first case, the varieties inherit high winter hardiness, endurance, adaptability and small fertility. The genes of Western European varieties are large-fruited, with a dessert-like berry flavor, low growth rates, and susceptibility to disease. Among the modern domestic assortment there are many good dessert gooseberry varieties with good immunity.We present to you a description of the best varieties of gooseberries - according to reviews of experienced gardeners.

Rating of the best gooseberry varieties

The best early gooseberry varieties

Ural emerald 350 (two-year-old seedling in a container) Our rating of the best gooseberry varieties is opened by a green-fruited dessert variety of early ripening. The bush is medium-sized, dense and compact. Shoots are straight, thick, covered with medium-sized thorns along the entire length. Berries are emerald green in color with a pronounced light venation (similar to small watermelons), weighing 3.5 - 7.5 g, aligned, oval, with a thin smooth skin, without pubescence, yellow-green flesh. In terms of taste, the variety is gaining 5 points, sugars prevail, but a slight sourness is also felt. The average yield of one bush is 6 kg, but with proper care it can reach 10 kg. It is characterized by high winter hardiness and good immunity. This gooseberry variety is good for Western Siberia, it is successfully grown in the Moscow region. Main pluses: dessert taste large-fruited disease and pest resistance

9.8 / 10 Rating Reviews This is the best gooseberry in my collection. Over the years of cultivation, not a single disease has been noticed, fruitful, the berries are large (one to one) and very tasty.

Prune 250 (for a one-year seedling in a package) An early variety for processing and fresh consumption. The bush is no more than 1.5 m high, moderately spreading. Shoots are thick, straight or slightly curved, moderately branched, rarely covered with single short thorns in the lower part. The berries are drop-shaped, weighing up to 4.0 g, dark red, blackening when fully ripe, without pubescence. The skin is dense, with a waxy coating, the veins are poorly visible. The taste is dominated by sourness, there is a characteristic aftertaste and plum aroma. The berries are transportable. The average productivity of mature bushes is 2 - 4 kg. Gooseberry "Prune" overwinters well in the Middle zone and the Urals. It is resistant to powdery mildew, but in some years it can be affected by anthracnose and septoria. In unfavorable years and with low agricultural technology, the berries become sharply smaller. Recommended for cultivation in the Central region, the Volga region and the Urals. Main pluses: high winter hardiness powdery mildew resistance weak spine Minuses: average yield

9.7 / 10 Rating Reviews This gooseberry blooms very early, when others do not even think. The bushes almost creep along the ground - a support is needed. Planted for wine and compote, but in the end it is eaten fresh.

Spring 350 (for a two-year-old seedling in a container) Early ripe green-fruited gooseberry for universal use. A bush with medium vigor, with a dense crown. Shoots are upright, thick, very rarely covered with single, medium-sized thorns. Berries, when fully ripe, are yellow-green with a blush, leveled, oval, weighing 5 - 7 g, dessert taste with sourness and delicate aroma, smooth skin. The average productivity of an adult bush is 7.5 - 9 kg. It has high indicators of winter hardiness, safely tolerates the spring cold snap. Shows excellent resistance to powdery mildew and septoria, rarely affected by anthracnose. A high level of self-fertility guarantees a stable yield. This gooseberry variety is distinguished by good rooting of cuttings and layering. Recommended for cultivation in the Central region, but successfully cultivated throughout the Middle lane. Main pluses: medium spine dessert taste good winter hardiness resistance to powdery mildew and septoria Minuses: in a rainy summer, ripe berries may shatter

9.7 / 10 Rating Reviews I distinguish this gooseberry for its thin skin, pleasant sourness and "lightness". The harvest is always happy.

The best mid-season gooseberry varieties

Krasnoslavyansky 250 (for a one-year seedling in a package) A good mid-season gooseberry variety for versatile use. The bushes are medium-sized, slightly spreading. Shoots are straight, covered with medium-sized thorns along the entire length.Fruits are red with a cherry tinge, weighing 4-6 g, round or slightly oval. The skin is shortly pubescent, thin, but firm, with a weakly pronounced venation. The taste is sweet with a subtle sourness, tasting score of 5 points. The productivity of an adult bush is 5 - 6 kg. Shows average winter hardiness, in some years it is moderately affected by diseases. It is successfully grown in the Leningrad, Moscow, Vologda, Ryazan, Nizhny Novgorod and Sverdlovsk regions. The gooseberry Krasnoslavyansky, according to gardeners, is considered the most unpretentious of the dessert varieties. Main pluses: fragrant dessert berries compact bushes Minuses: very prickly low resistance to powdery mildew

9.8 / 10 Rating Reviews I have been growing this variety for a very long time, the bush has never got sick or froze, I have never tasted it tastier and sweeter than berries.

Beryl 250 (for a one-year seedling in a package) Mid-season green-fruited gooseberry. The bushes are medium-sized, moderately spreading, with a dense crown. The shoots are curved, with a drooping tip, in the lower part they are covered with single thorns. When fully ripe, the berries remain light green, leveled, weighing from 3.9 - 6.5 to 9.2 g, round, with a thin skin, smooth, without fluff. The taste is sweet with a pleasant sourness. The yield of an adult bush is 5 - 10 kg. The maximum productivity is achieved only with high agricultural technology. In rainy summers, yields decrease due to average self-fertility. Possesses high winter hardiness. Recommended for Western Siberia. Good results in taste and disease resistance are obtained by gardeners from the Moscow and Lipetsk regions. In the climate of the Leningrad region, the susceptibility to powdery mildew increases, and the taste is no longer gaining 5 points. Main pluses: weak prickling at the bottom of old shoots dessert taste high yield good winter hardiness Minuses: susceptibility to powdery mildew and septoria

9.7 / 10 Rating Reviews The best gooseberry for the Moscow region - it is not only pleasant to eat from a bush, but also painless: even children do not notice thorns.

Northern captain 250 (one year old seedling in a package) Mid-season gooseberries with good immunity, used mainly for processing. Bushes are powerful, vigorous, spreading during fruiting. Shoots are inclined, slightly curved, strongly branched, covered with sparse, thin and short thorns at the base. The berries are round, maroon, almost black, weighing 3.5 - 4 g, the skin is of medium density, with a waxy bloom. In terms of taste, it belongs to technical varieties, processed products (jams, juices, wine) are very tasty and receive a high tasting rating. When overripe, the skin does not crack, the berries do not crumble for a long time. The maximum productivity of an adult bush is 8 - 12 kg. Gooseberry Northern Captain rooted well and multiplied quickly by layering. Shows high winter hardiness and resistance to powdery mildew, anthracnose and septoria blight, is slightly affected by pests. Recommended for growing in the Northwest region. Main pluses: weak prickling crack resistance good resistance to diseases and pests abundant annual fruiting Minuses: pronounced sourness in berries tendency to thicken

9.7 / 10 Rating Reviews For fresh consumption, this gooseberry is sourish, but the berries go well for wine. I like abundant fruiting and high disease resistance.

The best late gooseberry varieties

Date fruit 380 (for a two-year-old seedling in a container) A late-ripening dessert gooseberry of the old selection, with a predominance of Western European genes. The bush is vigorous and spreading. Shoots are powerful, straight or slightly curved, densely covered with medium-sized sharp thorns in the lower and middle parts. The branching of the bush is strong, so timely thinning is required. Berries are brown-red, oval, weighing 10 - 15 g (in some reviews up to 20 g), without pubescence, with green pulp and dense skin.The taste is sweet with sourness, there is a strong aroma. The fruits have good transportability and can be kept refrigerated for several weeks. The yield of an adult bush is 8 - 10 kg. Differs in durability: without rejuvenating pruning, the bushes actively bear fruit for almost a quarter of a century. Shows good winter hardiness, but freezing is possible in severe winters. Susceptible to diseases, preventive treatments are used when growing. Widely distributed in Central Russia. Main pluses: shade tolerance yield large-fruited high taste Minuses: susceptibility to powdery mildew

9.8 / 10 Rating Reviews Very large, good gooseberries, but with proper care, of course. It ripens poorly on the bush, the berry cracks, but ripens perfectly in the refrigerator, acquiring a very sweet taste.

Grushenka 260 (for a one-year seedling in a package) Late-ripening thornless gooseberry. The bush is medium-sized, compact, densely covered with leaves. Shoots drooping, without thorns, strongly branching. New shoots are actively formed. When ripe, the berries acquire a dark purple color, pear-shaped, weighing 4.3 - 4.5 g, pleasant sourness prevails in the taste. The skin is thin, but firm, with a waxy coating. The berries are transportable; when fully ripe, they do not crumble for a long time. A separate bush yields at least 6 kg of berries annually. Gooseberry "Grushenka" is valued for its unpretentiousness to growing conditions and good immunity. Active growth and fruiting are observed up to 20 years of age. The variety is grown in Central Russia. Main pluses: lack of thorns high winter hardiness disease resistance Minuses: medium berry size average tasting rating of berries branches need support during fruiting

9.7 / 10 Rating Reviews This gooseberry is praised in reviews for its yield and unpretentiousness, the taste of the berries is ordinary.

In addition to the varieties described, experienced gardeners recommend: Pink 2, Souvenir, Russian, Plum, Yarovoy, Chernomor, Lefora Seed. Among them there are both dessert and technical varieties.

The best time to plant gooseberries is autumn. A simple and reliable way of reproduction is rooting of horizontal layers of lignified or growing shoots. In comparison with currants, gooseberries are less winter-hardy, therefore in the northern regions in winter they are spud or mulched with a thick layer of organic matter. To prevent the spread of powdery mildew, a square support frame is arranged around the seedling, which will not allow the branches to fall to the ground under the weight of the crop.

Have a nice harvest!

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In the central regions of Russia, gooseberries are grown in almost every plot. A detailed description of the variety and photos presented in the article will help you choose the best type of gooseberry, both for a novice gardener and an amateur gardener.

Varieties and their types

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The fruits of different varieties of gooseberries are different:

• Size and shape;
• Color (green, red, pink, yellow berries);
• The presence of thorns (thornless, strongly thorny and medium thorns varieties);
• Ripening period;
• Productivity.

Based on the reviews of summer residents, the best varieties of gooseberries include plants with a small number of straight shoots and a weak tendency to shoot. It is the bushes of such varieties that receive more sunlight and are well ventilated. These factors have a beneficial effect on the volume of the harvest and the palatability of the fruit.

The best varieties for the Moscow region and central Russia

"Grushenka"

Medium-sized plant with drooping branches. The bushes have practically no thorns. The fruits are pear-shaped, small in size, weighing about 4.9 g per unit, the color of the skin changes depending on the degree of ripeness. Initially, the berries are pale reddish in color, when ripe are purple.The variety is recommended to be planted in the regions of central Russia, since Grushenka tolerates frost and hot, dry summers well. The variety does not suffer from diseases and viruses.

"Russian yellow"

The plant is of yellow varieties and has medium spreading branches. The bushes are covered with a lot of thorns.

Berries are pear-shaped, yellowish, the weight of one unit is 6 grams. The fruits are covered with a layer of waxy coating.

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"Russian yellow" is resistant to frost and does not suffer from drought, has immunity against viruses and diseases.

"Amber"

The height of the plant bushes is about 1.55 m. The branches are spreading, densely arranged and covered with thorns.

The berries are oblong, yellowish-orange in color, pleasant to the taste, the weight of one unit is from 5 to 6 grams.

"Yantarny" has an early ripening period and yields a consistently good harvest. The variety is frost and drought resistant.

"Kolobok"

The lower part of the branches of the bush is covered with thorns. The plant is compact and medium in size. The berries are large, one weighs about 6.9 grams. The shape of the fruit is elongated, the skin color is light red. The pulp tastes sweet and sour. "Kolobok" tolerates frost and low temperature steadily. Has immunity against the following diseases: anthracnose and powdery mildew.

The best gooseberry varieties with large fruits

"Defender"

A plant with tall, powerful branches and an even crown. Represents large varieties. The weight of one berry is up to 10 grams, the shape is oblong-pear-shaped, the skin color is maroon.

The fruit pulp tastes sour-sweet. "Defender" refers to early ripening varieties. The variety is resistant to low temperatures and is immune to powdery mildew.

"Candy"

The bushes of the plant are covered with thorns. The fruits are large, the weight of one varies from 3 to 5.9 grams. The color of the berries is pink, the pulp is sweet and sour in taste, has a wonderful aroma.

"Candy" is resistant to frost, does not need pollination. Each season brings from 1.9 to 6.3 kg per bush. Has immunity against powdery mildew and anthracnose.

This variety has a minus, "Candy" often becomes a victim of septoria. It is recommended to grow in the regions of Western and Eastern Siberia.

"Cooperator"

Has a medium late ripening period. Medium-sized plant with slightly spreading crown. The branches have practically no thorns. The weight of one berry is about 7 grams, the shape is pear-shaped, the skin color is deep red.

The pulp is tasty and sweet. From one bush, you can collect up to 5 kg of berries. "Cooperator" is a dessert variety. The species is not susceptible to the appearance of fruit rot and is resistant to frost.

"Leningradets"

Medium-sized plant with a semi-spreading crown, few thorns on the branches. Has a medium late ripening period. The fruits are large, in the form of an egg, the weight of one is about 10 grams. The color of the berries is red, the flesh tastes sweet and sour. During the season, up to 7.6 kg of ripe gooseberries can be harvested from one bush. "Leningradets" tolerates low temperatures well and is not susceptible to the spread of powdery mildew.

"Spring"

A plant of medium height forms a neat crown. The weight of one berry is from 5 to 6 grams, with proper care, the weight can increase to 8 grams. The fruits are round, oblong. The skin is dense, yellowish-green in color. The fruit pulp is sweet and tasty. Can be consumed both fresh and processed. "Rodnik" tolerates frost well and is resistant to the appearance and spread of fungal diseases.

Interesting! Unfavorable weather conditions will not interfere with harvesting a rich crop from the bush.

The best winter-hardy gooseberry varieties

"Beryl"

The shrub is medium in size, the branches form a neat crown. There are often thorns at the bottom of the shoots. The mass of one berry is from 7.9 to 9 grams, a round-shaped gooseberry of a greenish tint. It has excellent taste and belongs to the dessert varieties. Up to 9 kg of a mature crop can be harvested from one bush per season."Beryl" is resistant to low temperatures up to - 35 degrees. Has immunity against fruit rot.

"Commander"

The variety obtained as a result of crossing "African" and "Chelyabinsk green". It has many benefits.

The crown of the plant is compact and dense, the shoots have thorns. The branches of the bush are dotted with many berries of almost black color, the pulp of which has a pleasant taste.

"Ural Emerald"

The plant has a medium-sized crown, not very tall, there are few thorns on the shoots. The fruits are smooth, have no pubescence, the weight of one unit is about 8g. The Ural Emerald is so called because the berries growing on its branches are bright. The pulp is tasty and aromatic. Ripe fruits can only be harvested 3-4 years after planting the shrub. The variety tolerates frost well and will not suffer at temperatures down to -37 degrees.

"Consul"

The variety has another name - "Senator". The plant is compact, medium in size with a dense crown and branches covered with thorns. The fruits are large, the weight of one unit is about 6 grams. The color of the berries is dark burgundy, rich. The skin is delicate and prone to damage, therefore it is not recommended to transport this type of gooseberry. Excellent cooking is obtained from the pulp, because there are practically no seeds inside. The plant is resistant to frost down to -38 degrees. The yield increases several times for 2-3 years after planting.

"Belorussian"

The plant is compact, small. The branches are dotted with many thorns. The fruits are round, the weight of one unit is about 8 grams. The skin is thin, deep green in color, has a shade that repeats the color tone of malachite. The pulp is pleasant to the taste, juicy and sweet. The variety is a representative of an old selection. "Belorussky" is resistant to low temperatures up to - 38.5 degrees. Has an average ripening period of the crop.

"Krasnoslavyansky"

The plant is of medium size, the crown is not dense, it is formed by slightly spreading branches on which there are thorns. The gooseberry is large, round in shape, the weight of one unit is about 9 grams. The skin is smooth, without fluff and bloom, rich red color. Berries belong to dessert varieties, they have a pleasant taste.

It's important to know! "Krasnoslavyansky" bears fruit the next year after planting. After a couple of years, 6 to 7 kg of ripe gooseberries can be harvested from the bush. The species tolerates frost well and is not susceptible to the appearance of powdery mildew.

The best studless gooseberry varieties

"Eaglet"

Bushes of medium height form a compact crown. The branches are smooth, without thorns. The variety is very popular in Russia among summer residents and gardeners. The mass of one berry is from 4 to 6 grams. Skin color is deep black. Above, the gooseberry covers a layer of plaque, under which thin skin and sweet and sour flesh are hidden. "Eaglet" ripens early and bears a good harvest every season. The species is not susceptible to the appearance of fruit rot and tolerates frost well.

"African"

The plant is compact, small, smooth branches without thorns. The fruits are large, round, deep purple in color. Represents sweet varieties. The pulp is sweet with sourness, has a black currant flavor. Berries on the shoots appear in 2-3 years. "African" is not afraid of frost and has immunity against many diseases. There is a risk of contracting anthracnose.

"Northern Captain"

The most famous of all varieties of this garden culture. The branches of the plant are arranged vertically, they form a neat and compact crown. The color of the berries is rich, almost black. The weight of one unit is about 4 grams. The pulp is sweet, with a slight sourness, pleasant to the taste. "Northern Captain" matures in the medium term. If you constantly feed and fertilize the soil, you can achieve high yields, about 12 kg of berries from a bush. The variety is resistant to frost, drought and disease.

"Uralsky beshipny"

The plant is compact in size with large green fruits. The weight of one unit is about 8 grams. The peel of the berries is dense, smooth, without fluff, hiding the sweet pulp."Uralsky beshipny" has an average ripening period and is resistant to low temperatures.

Healthy! The disadvantage of this type is that it drops the berries ahead of time. Therefore, it is better to harvest the fruits before the stated ripening period. The branches of the shrub have no thorns.

"Thornless gooseberry"

The branches of the shrub grow upward, they form a compact crown. The weight of one fruit is about 5 grams. The shape of the berries is ring-shaped, the skin is light red.

The pulp tastes sweet, pleasant with a slight sourness. "Thornless gooseberry" perfectly tolerates the cold season and is not susceptible to the spread of powdery mildew.

Conclusion

When choosing a variety for growing in your garden, you need to pay special attention to the ripening period of the fruits, their size, shape and taste. Both an experienced gardener and an amateur will find a species that will be ideal in all respects, since there are a huge variety of gooseberry varieties.

Watch the video! Overview of gooseberry varieties

Gooseberry, this thorny shrub is at least in one copy, but it must be found on every garden plot. This culture has a rich history and has been known to man for a very long time. Gooseberry was once grown on a large scale in our country, but most of its plantings were destroyed by powdery mildew brought from another continent. It took years for breeders to be able to develop varieties that are resistant to this ailment, and now the demand for gooseberry planting material and the area under this crop is increasing every year.

Various varieties of gooseberries

At the moment, there are 46 varieties of this wonderful crop in the State Register of Breeding Achievements of the Russian Federation, the very first varieties of gooseberries were obtained back in 1959, these are the varieties: Malachite, Russian, Seianets Lefora, Smena and Chelyabinsk green. New items introduced in the 21st century: White Nights, Defender, Kazachok, Candy, Favorite, Narodny, Spring, Northern Captain, Serenade, Snezhana, Ural Emerald, Ural Pink, Flamingo, Shershnevsky and Eridan.

Each of these gooseberry varieties is recommended for one or several regions of the Russian Federation, selected in accordance with a number of climatic features. There are 12 such regions in total, one or another gooseberry variety is recommended for each of them. Let's take a closer look at the varieties and find out for which of the regions this or that cultivar is recommended.

Let's start with the variety Harlequin, it was received in 1995 and recommended for regions 9 and 10 - Ural and West Siberian... This gooseberry variety is characterized as late, it is a shrub, it is characterized by an average vigor of growth, an average spreading crown and has rather large leaf blades of green color. There are usually three flowers in the inflorescence of this variety. After flowering, the berries are tied, they are red in color, round in shape, with a taste estimated by tasters at 4.4 points out of 5 possible. Fruits contain up to 6.0% sugars, more than 3% acids, over 24 mg% ascorbic acid. The yield per bush reaches 2.5 kg. The variety is not affected by powdery mildew, rarely damaged by the sawfly.

Cultivar White Nights was launched in 2000 and recommended for cultivation in the second, Northwest region... The fruits of the variety ripen early. The plant itself is a very modest bush with straight, thorny shoots. The leaf blades are medium in size and green in color. In the inflorescence there is usually one, less often - two flowers. Gooseberry fruits weighing about 3.5 g, their shape is round, yellow-green in color, there is a slight pubescence. Tasters rate the taste at 4.3 points, the appearance at 4.4 points. Each berry contains up to 10.9% sugars, over 1.8% acids, up to 30 mg% ascorbic acid. The maximum yield per bush is 3.1 kg. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew.

Gooseberry variety Beryl was included in the State Register in 1998 and recommended for growing in regions 9 and 10 - Ural and West Siberian... It is a medium-sized shrub with a slightly spreading crown. Shoots are usually curved, have spines only on the bottom. The leaf blades are rather large. There are two flowers in the inflorescence. The fruits are round, weighing about 3.5 g, yellow-green in color with a skin devoid of pubescence. Tasters rate the taste of berries at 4.4 points, the attractiveness of the appearance - at 4.5 points. Each berry of this variety contains up to 9.8% sugars, about 0.5% acids, more than 38 mg% ascorbic acid. The maximum yield per bush is about six kilograms. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew and has a high winter hardiness.

Gooseberry variety Harlequin Gooseberry variety White nights Gooseberry variety Beryl

Vladil, - this gooseberry variety was obtained in 1995 and recommended for cultivation in 2, 4, 7, 9 and 10 regions, these are the North-West, Volgo-Vyatka, Middle Volga, Ural and West Siberian regions... The harvest of this variety ripens early. Plants of the variety are actively growing shrubs with a slightly spreading crown. The leaf blades are rather large, dark green in color with shine. There may be two or three flowers in the inflorescence. The fruits of the variety reach a mass of 2.9 g, they are red, quite tasty, tasters estimate this indicator at 4.3 points, and the appearance - at 4.4 points. Berries contain up to 15% sugars, more than 2.8% acids, over 28 mg% ascorbic acid. The maximum yield of the variety is about two kilograms per bush. The cultivar is immune to powdery mildew, but can be damaged by the sawfly.

Defender, - this gooseberry variety was obtained relatively recently, in 2010 and recommended for cultivation in the third, Central, region... The variety is characterized by late ripening. Plants of this variety are actively growing shrubs with straight shoots, completely covered with thorns, and large leaf blades of a dark green color. Each inflorescence can have from one to three flowers. The fruits of this species are oval-pear-shaped, dark red, almost black, in color and a noticeable waxy coating. The average weight of the fruit is about 4.9 g. The taste of the berries is quite pleasant, it is rated by tasters at 4.5 points, and the appearance - at 4.6 points. The maximum yield per bush reaches 5.6 kilograms. The variety is drought-resistant, winter-hardy, but can be affected by powdery mildew.

Kazachok, - this gooseberry variety was included in the State Register in 2006 and recommended for growing in the fifth region - Central Black Earth... The ripening period for the variety is medium late. Plants of the variety are shrubs with medium vigor and a spreading crown due to their curved shoots. The leaf blades are bright green in color. In an inflorescence there can be either one or two flowers. The fruits of the variety have a mass of about 3.6 g, they are oval, dark red in color, slightly pubescent. The taste of the berries is quite pleasant, tasters rate it at 4.9 points, which is a very high rating. Each berry of the Kazachok variety contains up to 11.7% sugars, about 1.4% acids, up to 39.8 mg% ascorbic acid. The maximum yield per plant reaches eight kilograms. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew.

Gooseberry variety Vladil

Gingerbread man, - this gooseberry variety was obtained in 1988, it recommended for growing in 3, 4, 5 and 11 regions, that is, in Central, Volgo-Vyatka, Central Black Earth and East Siberian... The variety is characterized by an average ripening period and high yield, reaching six kilograms per bush. The plant of the variety is a medium-sized bush with a rather dense and spreading crown. The thorns on the shoots are small, there are few of them. In inflorescences there can be either one or two flowers. The fruits are very large, can reach a mass of 8.1 g, they are round, dark red. Taste qualities are estimated at 4.6 points. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew.

Candy, - this cultivar was included in the State Register in 2008 and recommended for cultivation in 10 and 11 regions - West Siberian and East Siberian... The variety is characterized by an average ripening period. Plants of the variety are shrubs of medium growth with a compact crown and rather thin shoots. Thorns, like shoots, are thin, located singly and usually only in the lower part of the shoot. In an inflorescence there can be either one or two flowers. Fruits of the variety are medium-sized, spherical, red in color. The gooseberry taste is quite pleasant, it is estimated by the tasters at 4.7 points. The average weight of the fruit is about 3.2 g. Each berry contains up to 8.7% of sugars, more than 1.1% of acids, and more than 55.1 mg of ascorbic acid. The maximum yield of the variety reaches 2.4 kg per bush. The variety is resistant to drought, not afraid of frost.

Cooperator, - gooseberry variety obtained in 1999 and recommended for two regions - 9 and 11, these are the Ural and East Siberian... The crop ripens in the middle late terms. The maximum yield often exceeds six kilograms per bush. Plants of the variety are shrubs of medium height, with a compact, moderately spreading crown. Shoots have thorns only in the lower part, which makes harvesting somewhat easier. There can be two or three flowers in the inflorescence. Fully ripe gooseberry fruits reach a mass of 7.6 g, are pear-shaped and dark red in color, sometimes they look black. The taste is very pleasant, it is considered dessert, its tasters estimate it at 4.9 points. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew.

Gooseberry variety KolobokGooseberry variety CandyGooseberry variety Cooperator

Krasnoslavyansky, - this gooseberry variety was included in the State Register in 1992 and recommended for three regions at once - 2, 3 and 4, these are North-West, Central and Volgo-Vyatka... The harvest of this variety ripens in medium terms, the yield is quite high, reaching seven kilograms per bush. Plants of the variety are small shrubs with a slightly spreading crown. The thorns are small and there are not many of them. The fruits are very large, up to nine grams, their shape is round, the color is dark red, slightly pubescence is noticeable on the surface. The pulp of the berries is very tasty, tasters rated the taste at 4.5 points. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew.

Red large, - it was received in 1974 and recommended for cultivation in the tenth region - West Siberian... Interestingly, this gooseberry variety was obtained from a seedling that accidentally grew, its parents are unknown. The variety is characterized by medium ripening, high winter hardiness and resistance to a complex of diseases and pests. Productivity ranges from three to four kilograms of fruit from a bush over the years. The plants themselves are of medium vigor and rather spreading. There are thorns in abundance on old shoots, on young ones there are very few of them. The berries are not large, reaching a mass of 3.1 g. The shape of the fruit is elongated-oval, the color is dark red. The taste is quite pleasant, it is rated by tasters at 4.5 points.

Kubanets, - this gooseberry variety was bred in 1997 and zoned in only one region - 6, North Caucasian... The harvest on low and slightly spreading bushes of this variety ripens early. It is easy to collect because the thorns on the thick and straight shoots are located only in the lower part. Ripe berries have an oval shape, green color, do not have pubescence and reach a mass of 5.7 g. The maximum yield from a gooseberry bush reaches 9.4 kilograms on good soil. The fruits of the variety are delicious, tasters rate the taste at 4.5 points, and the appearance at 4.6 points. Each berry contains up to 7.7% sugars, about 2.2% acids, over 33 mg% ascorbic acid. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew and does not require pollinating varieties on the site.

Gooseberry cultivar Krasnoslavyansky Gooseberry cultivar Red large Gooseberry cultivar Kubanets

Cultivar Beloved, - it was included in the State Register at the very beginning of the current century - in 2000 and recommended for growing in the 10th region, West Siberian... Berries on the spreading bushes of this gooseberry variety ripen quite early, it is not very convenient to collect them: very thick shoots are covered with no less thick thorns.However, the berries are worth the trouble of picking, they have an oval shape, weigh about 4.0 g, a yellow-green color of dense skin covered with a waxy coating and a rather pleasant taste, albeit without aroma, rated by tasters at 4.9 points. Each fruit contains up to 8.8% sugars, about 2.0% acids, more than 43 mg% ascorbic acid. The yield of the variety is very high and on good soil reaches 8.7 kg per bush. The advantages of the variety include its winter hardiness, resistance to powdery mildew and relative resistance to the sawfly.

Malachite, - an old gooseberry variety, 1959, but it is he who is most often found in summer cottages. The variety is zoned in many regions, it is easier to say in which cultivation is not desirable, these are regions 6, 10 and 11, namely the North Caucasian, West Siberian and East Siberian... The harvest on vigorous and slightly spreading bushes ripens in medium terms. The maximum yield is about four kilograms per bush. The harvest will have to be done with care, because small thorns are scattered over the entire surface of the shoots. However, no one leaves Malachite berries on the shoots, they say that the most delicious jam comes from the fruits of this variety. By the way, the fruits cannot be called small, they reach a mass of 7.1 g, have a slightly elongated shape and a rich green color. The taste is pleasant, the tasters are rated at 4.6 points. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew.

Lighthouse, - this gooseberry variety is newer, it is included in the State Register in 1992 and zoned only in one region - in the North-West (2)... Harvest on well-developed bushes with arched shoots ripens in medium terms. Harvesting is not very easy: the shoots have very sharp thorns, which are sometimes very densely distributed. The mass of berries is not a record - about 3.3 g, the yield is also at an average level - about 5.2 kg per bush. Why is the variety good? Pleasant dark red color of berries, good taste, estimated by tasters at 4.3 points, and high sugar content in them - more than 10.5%. In addition, the variety is characterized by high winter hardiness and resistance to powdery mildew.

Gooseberry variety Lyubimets Gooseberry variety Malachite Gooseberry variety Lighthouse

Gooseberry variety Reliable - included in the State Register in 1994 and recommended for cultivation in three regions at once - West Siberian (10), East Siberian (11) and Far East (12)... The harvest on these winter-hardy bushes with a very compact crown ripens in medium terms. With a fruit weight of 3.1 grams, up to 6.3 kg of fruit can be harvested from a bush. Each berry has an oval shape, pink color and a rather pleasant pulp, although due to the perceived acidity, tasters give the taste only 4.1 points. The fruits contain a lot of sugars, more than 11.8%. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew.

A relatively new variety of gooseberries - People's, it was received in 2009 and zoned in the West Siberian region (10)... The harvest on vigorous bushes of this variety ripens late, which allows to extend the period of consumption of fresh berries. It is quite convenient to pick berries, because there are thorns only at the bottom of the shoots. The mass of the berries is average - about 3.3 points, they are round and dark red in shape. The taste is very pleasant, judged by tasters at 4.9 points, but the yield is not very high, only 3 kg per bush. Of the advantages, we can note resistance to pests and diseases and drought resistance.

Cultivar Rainbow was included in the State Register at the very end of the 20th century, in 1999, he zoned in the West Siberian (10) region... The harvest on medium-sized plants of the variety ripens in medium terms. Picking berries is not so easy, since the thin shoots of the variety are literally dotted with thorns. The berries of this gooseberry variety are not very large, about 2.8 g, but the yield cannot be called low, often it exceeds 6.9 kg per bush.When fully ripe, the fruits of the Raduzhny variety turn into a pleasant, red color, they have an average skin density and a rather pleasant taste, assessed by tasters at 4.9 points. Fruits contain a lot of sugars - more than 8.1% and few acids, less than 1.8%. The variety is only occasionally affected by diseases and damaged by pests.

Gooseberry variety Narodny

The gooseberry variety is considered even newer. Spring, it was received in 2002 and zoned in the Central (3) region... The harvest on medium-sized bushes of this variety ripens early. It is quite easy to pick the berries, since the thick shoots of the variety have thorns only in the lower part. When fully ripe, the berries are yellow-green in color with a slight pink tan on the south side and a rounded oval shape. The weight of the fruits is not bad - just over 5.1 g, but the yield cannot be called a record one, on good soil it reaches 5.8 kg per bush, which, however, is also not bad. There are quite a lot of sugars in the fruits - more than 7.0%, which gives the berries a pleasant taste, it is not for nothing that tasters rate it at 4.9 points. The variety, among other things, is winter-hardy and almost never gets sick.

A rather old variety of gooseberry, which, nevertheless, has not lost its demand, is Pink 2... It was included in the State Register in 1971 and zoned in several regions at once - Central (3) and East Siberian (11)... The harvest on medium-sized bushes of this variety ripens in medium terms. The yield is not very large - about 4 kg per bush, however, the advantages of this variety are that, thanks to the small number of thorns, the berries are easy to pick and they are very tasty due to the large amount of sugar. The mass of berries often reaches 9.8 g, they have a round-oval shape and pinkish-red color. The fruits of this variety are simply excellent in various types of processing, and the plants themselves rarely get sick and are winter-hardy.

Russian, - the gooseberry variety was included in the State Register in 1959, but it is still very popular. The variety is zoned in almost all regions, with the exception of the Ural region (9)... The harvest on vigorous bushes of this variety ripens in medium terms. From a bush, you can collect up to ten kilograms of fruit on good soil, this is a record among gooseberry varieties. The berry weight is also quite good - up to 6.1 g. Each berry is oval and dark red in color. The taste of ripe fruits is quite good, rated by tasters at 4.6 points. Of the positive qualities of the variety, one can note good winter hardiness and resistance to powdery mildew.

Gooseberry cultivar Rodnik Gooseberry cultivar Pink 2 Gooseberry cultivar Russian

Salute, - this gooseberry variety appeared in the State Register in 1994, it is zoned in three regions - North-West (2), Central (3) and Volgo-Vyatka (4)... The harvest on medium-sized bushes of this variety ripens in medium terms. The maximum yield reaches seven kilograms per bush, with a berry weight of 6.7 grams. The palatability of Salut fruit is very high, tasters rate the taste at 4.9 points. The fruits themselves are round-oval in shape and bright pink in color. Of the undoubted advantages of the variety, one can note its high winter hardiness and immunity to powdery mildew.

Gooseberry variety Northern captain, - fairly new, it was included in the State Register in 2007, but zoned only in the North-West (2) region... The harvest on vigorous bushes of this variety ripens in the middle late period. It is quite convenient to collect it because of the almost simultaneous ripening of berries and rather rare thorns. Fully ripe, the berries are round and dark red, almost black. The taste is quite pleasant, thanks to the large amount of sugars (9.1%), it is rated by tasters at 4.5 points. The yield is not very high, only 1.7 kg per bush with a berry weight of 2.5 g. Among the advantages of the variety are winter hardiness and high resistance to pests and diseases.

Cultivar Northerner went on sale in 1991 and immediately gained popularity, especially in those regions where it is zoned - Middle Volga (7) and West Siberian (10)... The crop on medium-sized bushes of this variety ripens late. It is difficult to collect berries, because the thick and straight shoots are completely covered with thorns. The mass of berries in the gooseberry variety is quite large, reaching 8.1 grams, but the yield cannot be called outstanding, it rarely exceeds 3.8 kilograms. Ripe berries have a round-oval shape, yellow-green color and a fairly dense skin. Tasters rate the taste according to the highest score. Of the advantages of the variety, a weak spreading of the bush and high winter hardiness can be noted.

Gooseberry variety Salute Gooseberry variety Northern Captain Gooseberry variety Severyanin

Gooseberry variety Senator was bred in 1995 and zoned in the Volga-Vyatka region (4), Ural (9), West Siberian (10) and Far Eastern (12)... The harvest on vigorous plants of this variety ripens in medium terms. It is quite convenient to collect berries, because there are few thorns. The mass of the berry is not very high, about 3.4 g, which is why the yield cannot be called great; on average, no more than 2.6 kg can be harvested from an adult bush. The shape of the fruit is oval, the color is scarlet-red. Fruits contain up to 6.8% sugars and a lot of ascorbic acid. The berry taste is considered dessert and is rated by the tasters at 4.8 points. From the advantages of the variety, resistance to frost and powdery mildew can be distinguished.

A fairly new variety of gooseberries - Serenade, it was received in 2004 and recommended for cultivation in the Central Black Earth region (5)... The harvest on vigorous and slightly spreading plants of the variety ripens at a later date. With a berry mass of 4.1 g, up to four kilograms of fruit can be harvested from a bush. The berries themselves have an elongated-conical shape and a violet-red color, a skin of medium density and a pleasant taste (4.6 points), which, among other things, provides a high sugar content - up to 10.2%. Of the advantages, first of all, it is worth noting high winter hardiness and drought resistance.

A gooseberry variety with an interesting name - Seedling Lefora was bred in 1959. This variety zoned in many regions - North (1), North-West (2), Volgo-Vyatka (4), Ural (9) and even West Siberian (10)... Now this variety is difficult to get, only true fans of this culture have it. Why is the variety good? It is characterized by high winter hardiness, resistance to powdery mildew and a fairly high yield (about five kilograms per bush) with an average berry weight of only 2.5 grams. By the way, the berries are quite tasty and are rated by tasters at 4.5 points. When fully ripe, they are deep red and have a very pleasant aroma.

Gooseberry variety SerenadeGooseberry variety SenatorGooseberry variety Lefora seedling

Sirius, Is another interesting gooseberry variety obtained in 1994 and zoned in the Central Black Earth (5) region... The harvest from a vigorous shrub can be harvested in medium terms. The yield, by the way, is quite good - up to 7.4 kg per bush with a fruit weight of 3.6 grams. Harvesting is a pleasure because the shoots are devoid of thorns. When fully ripe, the berries are round and dark red in color with a noticeable waxy bloom. The fruit taste is pleasant (4.1-4.3 points). Among the advantages of the variety, one can note its high winter hardiness and resistance to powdery mildew.

Plum, - the variety was obtained in 1986, but until now it is in considerable demand. It is zoned in three regions at once - Central Black Earth (5), Middle Volga (7) and Ural (9)... The positive features of the variety are, of course, its record yield, reaching an almost insurmountable 12 kg per bush on nutrient soil, a rather high weight of fruits - about 6.6 g and their pleasant taste, which tasters estimate at 4.6 points. What are the disadvantages? These are its thorns, they are powerful, they can be double or even triple and occupy the entire surface of the shoots, therefore, it is very difficult to harvest the crop.The gooseberry variety is bought for the sake of berries, so Plum can be safely planted on your site. The berries are large, tasty, dark red, which makes them black from a distance with a very delicate pulp and aroma, like a plum, hence the name. In addition, the variety is drought-resistant and immune to powdery mildew.

A pretty old gooseberry variety Change, entered in the State Register in 1959. This variety is unique primarily in that it zoned in almost all, with the exception of only 6 and 11 regions, that is, the North Caucasian and East Siberian... The crop on medium-sized bushes resistant to powdery mildew is ready for harvest in the middle late periods. Up to six kilograms of fruit can be harvested from one adult bush, given that the mass of one berry usually does not exceed 2.6 g. you can be patient. Of the undoubted positive qualities, first of all, it is worth noting the absence of crop shedding, the absence of the need for regular pruning and treatments against powdery mildew.

Gooseberry variety Sirius Gooseberry variety Smena Gooseberry variety Plum

Snezhana, - this gooseberry variety is quite young, it was included in the State Register in 2009 and is only gaining momentum in popularity. The variety is zoned in the third region - Central... The harvest on medium-sized, compact plants of the variety ripens at a later date. It is quite easy to collect berries, because there are thorns only in the lower part of the shoots. Fruits, when fully ripe, acquire an oval-pear-shaped shape and a yellow-green color. When consumed, acidity is noticeable and a very dense skin is felt, so the tasters rate the variety at only 4.3 points. The yield of the variety is about 4.7 kg per bush with a berry mass of 4.1 g. The main advantage of the variety is its resistance to pests and diseases.

Stanichny, - a variety that has already gained its fans, because it is included in the State Register back in 1995 and zoned in two regions at once - Volgo-Vyatka (4) and Ural (9)... The fruits of this gooseberry variety ripen in medium terms, due to the presence of self-fertility and the large size of the bush, the yield from an adult plant can reach 3.6 kg, with a berry weight of only 2.7 g. By the way, although the fruits are not large, they taste very pleasant , a tasting score of about 4.7 points, they are pink and oval in shape. Each fruit contains up to 9.8% sugars and some acids. The variety is resistant to powdery mildew.

An interesting variety - Ural grapes, it was included in the State Register in 1979 and now it is quite difficult to find seedlings of this variety. The variety is zoned in the seventh region - Srednevolzhsky... This is a table variety of gooseberries, ripening in the early stages and representing a rather tall bush with a spreading crown and medium shoots, entirely covered with thorns. The yield of the variety is low, only 1-1.5 kg per bush with a berry weight of 2.5 g. The fruits have a rounded shape, emerald green color and a rather thin skin. The fruit taste is pleasant (4.3 points). The variety is winter-hardy, resistant to diseases and pests.

Gooseberry cultivar Ural grapes Gooseberry cultivar Snezhana Gooseberry cultivar Stanichny

Newer gooseberry Ural emerald, it is included in the State Register in 2000 (10 - West Siberian and 11 - East Siberian regions)... The variety is distinguished by an early ripening period, medium height and weak crown spreading. The shoots are quite thick and completely covered with thorns. The yield is higher than that of the Ural grapes and is about 5.5 kg per bush due to the fact that the average weight of each berry reaches 4.4 g. The fruits of this variety are green, have interesting white pulp veins and a round-oval shape. Each berry contains up to 9.5% sugars and only 2% acid. Tasters highly rate the taste of the fruit - up to 4.9 points. Of the advantages, it is worth noting high winter hardiness and resistance to a complex of pests and diseases.

An even newer variety - Ural pink, it was included in the State Register in 2004 and zoned in the 10th region - West Siberian... The harvest of this gooseberry variety ripens in medium terms, the plants are weakly growing with practically no spreading crown, the shoots are completely covered with thorns. The yield from an adult plant is about 3.5 kg with a fruit weight of 3.9 g. The berries are very tasty, the tasters give them the highest score, they have a rounded oval shape and pinkish or dark red (berries ripening on the southern side of the bush) coloring. Each berry contains more than 5% sugars. The variety is quite winter hardy and practically does not get sick.

Flamingo, - this variety is included in the State Register in 2009 and zoned in 10, West Siberian region... The harvest of this gooseberry variety ripens in medium terms, the shoots of a vigorous and rather spreading bush are thin, having thorns over the entire surface. The yield from an adult plant is about 6.3 kg with an average berry weight of about 3.1 g. The fruits of the variety are ovoid, pink, very tasty (4.6 points). Each berry contains more than 9.8% sugars and only 1.1% acids. The variety is winter-hardy, drought-resistant and resistant to pests and diseases.

Gooseberry cultivar Ural pink Gooseberry cultivar Flamingo Gooseberry cultivar Ural emerald

A gooseberry variety, the exact name of which few will repeat by heart - Hinnonmaen Punainen, received in 1999 and zoned in the North and North-West regions... The crop on medium-sized and slightly spreading bushes of this variety with medium-length shoots, completely covered with thorns, ripens at a later date. From one bush, you can collect about 3.5 kg of berries with an average weight of about 2.9 g, oval in shape and dark red color. The taste of the fruit is pleasant (4.3 points), each containing up to 8.5% sugars and slightly less than 3% acid. The variety almost does not get sick and is winter hardiness.

A very old gooseberry Chelyabinsk green, it was included in the State Register in 1959 and zoned in two regions - Ural and West Siberian... The variety is characterized by a mid-early ripening period and high winter hardiness. In addition, the variety is resistant to powdery mildew and drought, and is also self-fertile. The yield per bush is at the standard level - about 3.5 kg, the weight of the berries is about 2.9 grams. The berries are round-oval, emerald green in color and thin skin. The taste is rated as very good (4.8 points).

Variety Chernomor, well-known and widespread, despite the fact that it was received in 1994. Zoned Chernomor in the Central region, but, in fact, grows well almost everywhere... Ripening period is medium late. The gooseberry variety has high winter hardiness and resistance to various diseases. The yield of the variety is very high - more than 9 kg per bush with a berry weight of 3.1 g. The shape of the berries is round-oval, the color is dark red, and in the berries growing on the southern side of the bush it is almost black. The berry taste is quite good (4.4 points). Berries are ideal for processing.

Gooseberry cultivar Chelyabinsk green Gooseberry cultivar Chernomor

Another very famous and widespread variety of gooseberries is Prune... It was included in the State Register in 1992 and zoned in three regions - Central, Middle Volga and Ural... Everyone who is engaged in the production of homemade wine claims that it turns out from the fruits of this variety much better than from grapes. The variety is characterized by an average ripening period, high winter hardiness and immunity to powdery mildew. The yield of the variety is high - it reaches 8.8 kg per bush with an average berry weight of 4.1 g. It is convenient to collect berries, because there are few thorns on the shoots and they are usually concentrated in their lower part. The shape of the berries is oval, the color is dark red, and on the south side of the bush, the fruits are even black. The taste is good, it has a specific aftertaste that reminds many of the taste of prunes (4.5 points).

Gooseberry variety Black Cherkashina, - was included in the State Register in 1991 and zoned in the West Siberian and East Siberian regions... The variety is characterized by a medium late ripening period, high winter hardiness and immunity to powdery mildew. The yield of the variety is not very high - about 4.5 kg per bush with an average berry weight of 2.5 g. The harvest is quite convenient, because the thorns are located at the bottom of the shoots. The shape of the berries is pear-shaped, the color is almost black, the taste is medium (4.1 points). The fruits are suitable for all types of processing, but jam turns out to be especially successful.

Shershnevsky, - this gooseberry variety is included in the State Register in 2006 and zoned in four regions at once - the Middle Volga, Ural, West Siberian and East Siberian... The variety is named so unusually because of the thorns on the shoots, they are very long, thick, single or double, but the plus is that they are mostly located at the base of the shoots. The yield of the variety is not very high, no more than 3.2 kg per bush with an average berry weight of 3.5 g. The shape of the berries is round-oval, the color is dark pink with a noticeable matt bloom, there is no pubescence. The taste of the berries is very pleasant and the tasters give them the highest score. The variety is resistant to drought and frost, practically not affected by pests and diseases.

Gooseberry variety Black Cherkashina Gooseberry variety Shershnevsky Gooseberry variety Prune

A fairly new variety of gooseberries Eridanus, - it is included in the State Register in 2009 and zoned in the Volga-Vyatka region... The variety is characterized by vigorous growth and an average ripening period. Shoots on shoots of medium thickness are located over the entire surface. The yield of the variety is about 2.5 kg per bush with an average berry weight of 3.1 g. The shape of the berries is round-oval, the color is red, the taste is pleasant (up to 4.5 points). Berries contain more than 10.5% sugars. The variety is distinguished by high winter hardiness and drought resistance.

Gooseberry variety YubileynyGooseberry variety Eridan

A very old variety of gooseberries - Anniversary, however, to this day, his seedlings are in demand. Jubilee is included in the State Register in 1965 and zoned in the Central Black Earth region... The variety is characterized by an average ripening period, high winter hardiness and resistance to provocative thaws. The yield of the variety reaches 5 kg per bush with an average berry weight of 4.1 g. The shape of the berries is round or oval, the color is deep yellow. The taste is pleasant, thanks to the sweet and juicy pulp (4.5 points). The berries are ideal for processing.