Botanical Name: Common Names:
Ribes nidigrolaria Jostaberry,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Citrus & Fruit, Shrubs Shrub Like
Description:
Medium deciduous shrub with large green maple-like leaves and small flowers in Spring. Bunches of edible, shiny black berries known as Jostaberries follow in Summer. On average, a mature shrub can produce approximately 4.5kg of fruit per season. Jostaberries are ideal for making jams, syrups or sauces.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Loam, Sandy, Well Drained