gooseberry 'Whinham's Industry'

Grow gooseberries in a moist but well-drained soil that has been improved 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. Further gooseberry cultivation advice

Prune gooseberries in winter and summer

Propagate by hardwood cuttings in winter

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

May be susceptible to American gooseberry mildew and gooseberry leaf spot