Grow Your Own Organic Currants and Gooseberries

"Gooseberries and currants are not at all difficult to grow and they tolerate a wider range of conditions than many fruit plants. The 3- to 5-foot tall bushes will grow well in most soils, in extreme cold (to Zone 3) and even in shade. Some tree fruits, such as apples and pears take years to begin producing fruit, but currant and gooseberry bushes will bear wonderfully sweet-tart fruits their first year. By the second and third years, you'll be giving away buckets of berries."

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