gooseberry 'Captivator'

How to Grow and Care for gooseberry 'Captivator'

gooseberry 'Captivator' · Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator'

Grow gooseberries in a moist but well-drained soil that has been improves with organic matter. Mildly alkaline (chalky) soils are tolerated. They can be grown as goblet-shaped bushes or cordons. Water well as fruits swell and keep the base of the plants weed and grass-free. See gooseberry cultivation for more growing advice

Watering: Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakingsSunlight: Full shade · Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing gooseberry 'Captivator'

gooseberry 'Captivator'
Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleDeep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull shade · Partial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingBalanced shrub or tree feed once each early spring
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow gooseberries in a moist but well-drained soil that has been improves with organic matter. Mildly alkaline (chalky) soils are tolerated. They can be grown as goblet-shaped bushes or cordons. Water well as fruits swell and keep the base of the plants weed and grass-free. See gooseberry cultivation for more growing advice

How to Water gooseberry 'Captivator'?

Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for gooseberry 'Captivator'?

Full shade · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for gooseberry 'Captivator'?

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What Soil Is Best for gooseberry 'Captivator'?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for gooseberry 'Captivator'?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize gooseberry 'Captivator'?

Balanced shrub or tree feed once each early spring

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How to Prune gooseberry 'Captivator'?

Prune gooseberries in winter and summer

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How to Propagate gooseberry 'Captivator'?

Propagate by hardwood cuttings

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How to Transplant gooseberry 'Captivator'?

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How to Care for gooseberry 'Captivator' in Winter?

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How to Plant gooseberry 'Captivator'?

Grow gooseberries in a moist but well-drained soil that has been improves with organic matter. Mildly alkaline (chalky) soils are tolerated. They can be grown as goblet-shaped bushes or cordons. Water well as fruits swell and keep the base of the plants weed and grass-free. See gooseberry cultivation for more growing advice

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How to Repot gooseberry 'Captivator'?

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How to Harvest gooseberry 'Captivator'?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to American gooseberry mildew and gooseberry leaf spot can cause problems

Pests

May be susceptible to gooseberry sawfly, capsid bug, birds, squirrels and aphids can be problematic

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The Toxicity of gooseberry 'Captivator'

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Attributes of gooseberry 'Captivator'

Plant typeFruit Edible · Shrubs
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread1.5-2.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator'
Genus
Ribes
Family
Grossulariaceae
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