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Gooseberry 'Hinnonmaki Red'

Ribes uva-crispa 'Hinnonmaki Red'

£11.99
£14.99
£11.99

3 litre pot

‘Hinnonmaki Red’ is a gooseberry that brings charm and flavour to your garden. Perfect for small spaces or larger beds, it rewards you with plump, ruby-red berries that taste as good as they look. Whether you’re harvesting for a crumble or snacking while pruning, this Finnish favourite won’t disappoint — it’s tough, tasty, and totally garden-worthy.
  • Edible fruit
  • Self-fertile
  • Attractive foliage
  • Low maintenance

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  • Aspect

    Full sun to partial shade

  • Hardiness

    Very hardy

  • Flowers

    April, May

  • Soil type

    Loamy or sandy, well-drained soil

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  • Why we like this plant

    If you love growing your own fruit, 'Hinnonmaki Red' is a top-tier choice. It's robust, reliable, and handles the British weather with ease. The berries are bursting with flavour, ideal for eating straight off the bush or turning into jam, pies, or even a summer cordial. Plus, it’s compact and productive, making it a hit for both seasoned gardeners and beginners.

  • About this plant

    'Hinnonmaki Red' is a reliable, disease-resistant gooseberry variety bred in Finland, ideal for cooler climates. It produces medium to large, deep red berries with a rich, tangy flavour that sweetens as they ripen. This deciduous shrub is compact and bushy, making it perfect for small gardens or container growing. Its attractive, lobed foliage and spiny branches also add a decorative element, while the fruits are excellent for fresh eating, jams, and desserts.

  • Key features

    • High yield of red berries
    • Disease resistant
    • Cold-hardy and vigorous
    • Ideal for culinary use
    • Compact and suitable for containers

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 90–120cm | Spread: 90–120cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Bushy and compact with upright stems and arching side branches

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Sheltered border or fruit patch

Planting guide

Plant during the dormant season (autumn to early spring). Space plants about 1.2m apart in well-drained soil. Add plenty of organic matter and water well after planting. Mulch annually to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Care tips

Feed annually in early spring with a balanced fertiliser. Prune out old and weak stems to maintain airflow and productivity. Protect ripening fruit from birds with netting if needed.

Winter care

Prune in winter when the plant is dormant to maintain shape and encourage air circulation. Mulch with well-rotted compost or manure to protect the roots and suppress weeds.