{"product_id":"jostaberry-plant-gooseberry-currant-cross-live-rooted-berry-shrub-thornless-edible-fruit-plant-zones-3-8","title":"Jostaberry Plant – Thornless Gooseberry Currant Hybrid Shrub | Zones 3-8","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow a unique and flavorful berry hybrid with this Jostaberry rooted starter plant, a cross between gooseberry and black currant prized for its rich complex flavor and heavy fruit production. This thornless shrub produces deep red to nearly black berries with a taste reminiscent of gooseberry blended with sweet black currant notes. High in vitamin C and excellent for fresh eating, juice, jams, jellies, baking, and preserves, Jostaberries are a favorite for edible landscapes, backyard orchards, and homestead gardens. Hardy and easy to grow, this vigorous self-pollinating shrub establishes quickly and provides years of productive harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 rooted Jostaberry starter plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy live edible berry shrub\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Thornless gooseberry-currant hybrid\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Self-pollinating fruit variety\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Jostaberry\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Ribes × nidigrolaria\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Fruiting deciduous shrub\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Rooted starter plant\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Rich well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; keep evenly moist during establishment\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 6–8 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright bushy shrub\u003cbr\u003eFruit Color: Deep red to nearly black\u003cbr\u003eFruit Flavor: Gooseberry with black currant notes\u003cbr\u003eHarvest Season: Summer\u003cbr\u003ePollination: Self-pollinating\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Features: Thornless, cold hardy, high vitamin C fruit\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 3–8\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes with seasonal pruning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Annual pruning of older branches improves airflow and encourages stronger berry production each growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"PlantsruleShop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499624493188,"sku":null,"price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify_8_fed99025-3507-4ef8-abf5-ab542d4658d1.jpg?v=1783662730","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/jostaberry-plant-gooseberry-currant-cross-live-rooted-berry-shrub-thornless-edible-fruit-plant-zones-3-8","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}