The best gooseberry variety

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 ones. 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 grade Beryl

Medium-sized shrub with a neat crown. Thorns are present at the bottom of the shoot. The weight of 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 life, 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 thorns are practically absent. 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 such gooseberries 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" winters well in the conditions of the Central 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 prickling Minuses: average yield

9.7 / 10 Rating Reviews This gooseberry blooms very early, when others do not even think. The bushes are almost spreading on 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. Has high rates 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 Belt. 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 tint, 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. Krasnoslavyansky gooseberry, according to gardeners' reviews, 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 top, 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, at the base covered with sparse, thin and short thorns. 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 gooseberries. The bush is medium-sized, compact, densely covered with leaves. The shoots are 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, Spring, 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 cuttings 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 these 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.

"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 a 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 be harvested only 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.

"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 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

Sweet gooseberries are especially good when fresh. They are also used to prepare jelly, jam, wine, add to sauces and use in folk medicine. Plant a bush of this kind on the site and pamper your loved ones with a healthy treat!

Gooseberry is one of the most popular berries in the gardens of many summer residents. It has been known in our latitudes since the 11th century. More than 1,500 gooseberry varieties are cultivated in the world. It is effective as a diuretic and choleretic agent, and is also rich in pectins (these substances help cleanse the body of toxins, radioactive elements and other harmful substances). The traditional taste of gooseberries is sweet and sour, but today let's talk about varieties of gooseberries with sweet berries.

White Nights

Despite the strong thorniness of the shoots and the relative small fruitiness, this gooseberry variety is loved for the sweet taste of the berries. The variety was obtained by crossing the varieties Mysovskiy 17 and Hansa. It has been registered in the State Register of Breeding Achievements since 2000.

The leaves are medium in size, the color of the berries is yellowish. A short, compact bush will not take up much space in the garden. The variety is universal, the fruits are good both fresh and for harvesting. Suitable for growing in the Northwest region.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Early	3,4	4,4-6,2	Winter-hardy, resistant to powdery mildew, slightly susceptible to septoria and anthracnose.

Candy

The aroma and sweet taste of the berries confirms the name of this gooseberry variety. Plants of this variety tolerate drought well, so the hot summer will not ruin the harvest. The purpose of the variety is universal: it can be used for jam, compotes, as well as fresh.

The spine of the shoots is average, the leaves are small. The peel of the gooseberry variety Candy medium density. Suitable for growing in the West Siberian and East Siberian regions.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Average	3,1	1,8-6,2	Frost-resistant variety, average resistance to pests and diseases.

Pink 2

The cultivar was obtained by crossing the Lefora and Dates seedlings. This sweet large gooseberry (berry weight can be up to 10 g) will appeal to both those who like to taste the berry "from the bush" and hostesses who prefer to make gooseberry preparations.

The skin of the fruit is dense, which allows you to transport the berry without fear of spoiling the harvested crop. The spine is not high. The variety is suitable for growing in the Central and East Siberian regions, but demanding on conditions.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Mid-early	5-6	3-5	High resistance to septoria, powdery mildew, anthracnose.

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WITHEjan Lefort

The weak spine of the shoots, as well as consistently good yield in addition to the excellent taste of the berries - these are the advantages for which this versatile gooseberry variety is loved. The berries of the Lefora Seedling variety have a thin skin and a bright aroma.

Suitable regions for growing gooseberry varieties Seyanets Lefora: North, North-West, Volgo-Vyatsky, Uralsky, West Siberian.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Mid-early	3,8	2,1-3,7	Highly resistant to powdery mildew, winter-hardy. Resistance to septoria and spheroteca is average.

Cooperator

Distinctive features of the Kooperator variety: low spine of shoots, large size and sweet dessert taste of berries. The bush is not sprawling, compact and at the same time dense. From below, almost to the middle of the bush, the shoots are covered with a pinkish bloom ("tan").

Delicious confitures, preserves, compotes are obtained from the gooseberries of this variety. The variety was included in the State Register in 1999 and is perfect for growing in the Ural region.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Average	3,6-8,0	3,7-6,9	Resistant to anthracnose, powdery mildew and sawfly beetle attacks. It is moderately resistant to septoria.

Belarusian sugar

The variety, bred at the Institute of Fruit Growing of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, is popular among those who prefer the sweet taste of berries. The bush is compact, but rather tall. The spine of the shoots is average.

The gooseberry of this variety grows well in loamy and clayey soils, "gets along" well next to other crops, and gives a bountiful harvest for 12-18 years.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Average	4,1-8,5	3,5-6	Medium resistance to anthracnose and powdery mildew.

Russian yellow

A spontaneous yellow-fruited clone of the Russkiy variety. Compared to the "relative", the berries are more delicate in taste. The spine of the shoots is weak. The bush is of medium height, compact. Ripe fruits are able to stay on the bush for a long time without cracking.

This versatile variety was included in the State Register in 1974. Suitable for growing in the North-West and Ural regions.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Average	5-7	4,1	Relatively resistant to powdery mildew. High winter hardiness and good transportability.

Sirius

In spite of its small fruit size, the gooseberry of the Sirius variety fell in love with summer residents due to the delicate, sweet taste of berries. Suitable for making jam, compote, etc. It is no less tasty when fresh.

The bush is compact, straight in shape. The Sirius variety is drought-resistant. Suitable for growing in the Central Black Earth Region.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Mid late	2,7-3,5	4-7,3	High frost resistance, resistance to powdery mildew.

Beryl

This variety is the "brainchild" of the varieties Nugget and Malachite. The bush has a dense, medium-spreading crown, the spine of the shoots is weak. The berries are not very large, but very sweet.

The variety is universal: fruits are eaten both fresh and in the form of jams, compotes, confitures. Suitable for growing in the Ural and West Siberian regions.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Average	2,8-3,4	3,1-9	Winter-hardy variety, resistant to powdery mildew, but not too resistant to septoria.

Chernomor

The berries of this gooseberry are not too large, however, Chernomor is one of the "sweetest" varieties. The spine of the shoots is weak, the bush is tall and spreading.

Used for the preparation of blanks or consumed fresh. The variety is also distinguished by drought resistance. Recommended for cultivation in the Central region.

Ripening period	Average berry weight (g)	Productivity (kg per bush)	Peculiarities
Mid late	3	3,1-4	High winter hardiness. Resistant to powdery mildew, as well as moth.

If you have already chosen the right sweet gooseberry variety for your garden, we suggest reading our material on how to plant this plant correctly:

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