Josta Berry Black aka Jostaberry

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Ribes grossularia × nigrum – Jostaberry

Jostaberry is a unique hybrid from Europe, combining the best traits of gooseberries and black currants. This vigorous and healthy shrub produces ½-inch black fruits that are excellent for freezing.

• Growth & Fruiting: Fruits later than most Ribes, typically in the third or fourth year.
• Thorns & Aroma: Thornless with no pungent aroma.
• Pruning & Maintenance: Rust-resistant with little to no pruning required.
• Ornamental Value: An attractive upright bush with large, dark green leaves.
• Height: 4'–7'
• Spacing: 5' apart
• Container Fruiting: 3, 5, and 7-gallon sizes usually fruit while still in the container.
• Growing Zones: 3-8

Plant Characteristics

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Very Good
• Drought Tolerance: Good
• Heat Tolerance: Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Good
• Sun Tolerance: Good
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair
• Shade Tolerance: Very Good
• No-Spray Viability: Good
• Salt Tolerance: Poor
• Kid-Friendly (Fresh Eating): Fair
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Thorns: No
• Plant Type: Shrub
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Berry
• Self-Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.