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Member of the wild ribes!
Gooseberries belong to the same fruit family as currants.
About:
Gooseberries are grown on the south coast region of B.C. In recent years, they’ve become more popular due to their nutritional value.
Most Common Varieties:
- Coastal black gooseberry
- Sticky gooseberry
- White-stemmed gooseberry
- Northern gooseberry
Did you know?
- Gooseberries contain a high level of pectin, which is great for making jams.
- Gooseberries can remain on their bushes for up to four weeks without becoming overripe.
- Gooseberries are more tolerant to high temperatures compared to currants.
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