Jeanne Gooseberry
Back in Stock Fall 2026
This variety is currently out of stock. We'll be restocking for the Fall 2026 shipping season.
Browse currently available varieties →Jeanne Gooseberry is a productive, disease-resistant variety that produces sweet, medium-sized berries with a deep flavor that ripens to a purple-red color. The plant is compact and easy to manage, making it an excellent choice for home gardens. Jeanne is especially valued for its resistance to mildew and leaf spot, reducing the need for sprays and maintenance.
Botanical name: Ribes uva-crispa ‘Jeanne’
Mature spread: About 3 to 4 feet, upright and bushy
Fruit: Large, deep red berries with a sweet tart flavor and thin skin
Fruiting time: Late season, typically mid to late July in many climates
Pollination: Self fertile, no separate pollinator required (multiple plants will increase overall harvest)
Growing requirements
Light: Full sun to light part shade; more sun gives the best berry color and heaviest crops
Soil: Average to rich, well drained soil; avoid spots where water stands after rain
Watering: Keep evenly moist, especially during the first year and while berries are sizing up
Spacing: Plant about 3 to 4 feet apart in a row or hedge
Pruning: Prune in late winter to remove older, unproductive canes and thin the center for good air flow
Cold hardiness: Very cold hardy and well suited to northern gardens
Plant Details
Quick Facts
- Botanical
- Ribes uva-crispa
- Type
- European gooseberry
- Fruit Color
- Red
- Fruit Taste
- Sweet-tart
- Thorns
- Thorned
Growing Conditions
- USDA Zones
- 3-8
- Sun Needs
- Full sun to part shade
- Soil pH
- 6.0-7.0
- Spacing
- 4-5 ft
- Mature Height
- 3-4 ft
Pollination & Care
- Self-Fertile
- Yes
- Pollination
- Self-fertile.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Data Confidence
- Med
Harvest
- Season
- July
Growing Zones: 3–8
Hardy down to zone 3 (-40 to -30°F)
Match the shaded zones above to find your growing region. Source: USDA 2023 Plant Hardiness Zone Map.
How we ship
Most orders go out via UPS with a 2-3 day transit time to most of the continental U.S. Plants are shipped dormant in late winter / early spring, packed wet to protect the root systems, and bundled by variety so they're ready to plant on arrival.
Hawaii & Alaska orders
For HI and AK addresses we ship via USPS. The other major carriers either don't service these areas for live plants or charge prohibitive rates that would more than double the cost of your order. USPS gives us a reliable, affordable path to get plants to you in good condition.
Want UPS or FedEx anyway?
If you're in HI or AK and want to use UPS or FedEx and cover the upgraded shipping cost, reach out to us immediately after placing your order with your order number. We'll send you the available options and a quote, and you can pick what works for you.
Region overview
Continental U.S.
UPS Ground, 2-3 day transit. Free shipping on orders $100+.
Hawaii & Alaska
USPS Priority Mail. Reach out post-order if you want a UPS/FedEx upgrade quote.
Arrive-alive guarantee
Every order is backed by our 30-day arrive-alive guarantee. If a plant doesn't make it through transit, we'll replace it. Just send us a photo within 30 days of delivery.
Questions?
Call or text us at (720) 630-3715, or email support@fruitbushes.com. We answer within one business day.
