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Jostaberry (in 2 liter pot)

Ribes nidigrolaria Josta

Jostaberry – Ribes nidigrolaria: thornless, hardy hybrid of blackcurrant and gooseberry. Large aromatic berries, rich in vitamins, easy to grow and disease-resistant.

Plant height
40/50 cm in 3 liter pot

10 €
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Quantity

Description

Height at maturity 1,50 to 2 m

Wingspan at maturity 1 m

Exposure Sun, partial shade

Flowering april

Hardiness -25°C

Origin crossing of a blackcurrant (Ribes Nigrum) and a gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa).

**Jostaberry – Ribes nidigrolaria ‘Jostaberry’**

Main features

The Jostaberry (Ribes nidigrolaria) is a thornless hybrid between the blackcurrant (Ribes nigrum) and the gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa), combining the rich aroma of blackcurrants with the fresh tang of gooseberries.
This vigorous, long-lived shrub produces large black berries with a fruity, slightly tart flavour and a high vitamin C content.

Highly disease-resistant, cold-hardy and easy to grow, the Jostaberry is ideal for family gardens and natural orchards.

Origin and botanical characteristics

Developed in Germany in the 1970s, the Jostaberry’s name blends Johannisbeere (currant) and Stachelbeere (gooseberry).
It forms a dense, rounded bush reaching 1.5 to 2 m high, completely thornless and very vigorous.
The leaves are broadly lobed, dark green and slightly aromatic.
Small reddish-green flowers appear in April, followed by clusters of large, glossy black fruits in mid-summer.

The berries, 1–2 cm in diameter, have firm flesh and a pleasant aroma, blending sweetness and acidity.

Flowering and fruiting

Flowering occurs in April, and the harvest begins in July.
Each bush can yield several kilograms of berries under good conditions.
The fruits are rich in antioxidants, minerals and anthocyanins, making them not only delicious but also highly nutritious.

Their balanced flavour suits fresh eating, preserves, juices, jams, and desserts.
The plant fruits reliably every year, even in cooler climates.

Position and soil

Plant in full sun or partial shade, in deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
Tolerates clay soils but dislikes waterlogging.
Apply mulch or compost to maintain soil moisture.
Hardy to –25 °C, the Jostaberry is perfectly adapted to European gardens.

Planting and care

Plant from autumn to early spring, spacing plants about 1.5 m apart.
Water regularly during establishment.
Prune lightly in winter, removing old stems to encourage new fruiting shoots.
It is self-fertile, low-maintenance, and resistant to most common berry diseases.

Garden and kitchen use

Ideal for fruit hedges, natural gardens, and mixed borders, the Jostaberry combines ornamental appeal with high productivity.
Its fruits are perfect for jellies, syrups, pies, sauces, and smoothies.
Its vigorous habit and glossy foliage make it both decorative and practical in edible landscaping.

Pests and diseases

Exceptionally resistant to powdery mildew, rust, and anthracnose, the Jostaberry rarely requires treatment.
A well-aerated site ensures healthy growth and abundant harvests.
Truly a trouble-free soft fruit for gardeners of all levels.

The Jostaberry (Ribes nidigrolaria) blends the finest traits of blackcurrant and gooseberry in one robust, thornless shrub.
Its rich, vitamin-packed fruits are ideal for healthy eating and home preserves.
Resilient, hardy, and productive, it thrives with minimal care.
A perfect choice for gardeners seeking a beautiful, fruitful, and sustainable plant.

Features

Common name : Jostaberry
Family : Grossulariaceae
Category : fruit tree
Spread : 1 m
Foliage : deciduous
Color of flowers : red
Fruit : berries 1 cm, gooseberry texture and blackcurrant taste, less acidic, sweeter and seedless
Harvest : mid-July
Use : shrubbery - free or fruit hedges
Soil : slightly acidic
Habit : Spreading
Earth to use : 75% universal potting soil and 25% heath earth
Density per m² : 1
Enemies : nothing to report
Possible diseases : resistant to diseases