Botanical profile

Ribes uva-crispa 'Jahn's Prairie'

Latin name
Ribes uva-crispa 'Jahn's Prairie'
Common name
Gooseberry 'Jahn's Prairie'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Grossulariaceae

Ribes uva-crispa 'Jahn's Prairie' is a rare and vigorous gooseberry, distinguished by its large, dark pink fruits with juicy, sweet, and fragrant flesh that is both mild and refreshing. Relatively thornless, this American variety is ideal for hand-picking and direct consumption. Its upright, well-branched growth habit and good disease resistance make it easy to grow in home gardens. 'Jahn's Prairie' is a characterful variety, perfect for those looking for a unique, tasty, and easy-to-care-for gooseberry.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, rich and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Dark red fruits, juicy and tasty.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Fruit shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width
1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.