Jostaberry ‘Jogusto’ is a vigorous and highly productive hybrid berry shrub combining the best qualities of blackcurrants and gooseberries. This thornless variety produces large dark purple-black berries with a rich sweet-sharp flavour, ideal for fresh eating, juices, jams, desserts, and freezing.
‘Jogusto’ is valued for its strong growth, heavy cropping habit, and excellent disease resistance. The berries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, while the attractive deciduous foliage makes this fruit bush both productive and ornamental in the garden.
Key Features
- Hybrid of blackcurrant and gooseberry
- Large dark purple-black berries
- Sweet-sharp flavour with excellent aroma
- Thornless and easy to harvest
- Heavy cropping and disease resistant
- Ideal for fresh eating, jams, and juices
Growing Information
Jostaberry ‘Jogusto’ thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is hardy and easy to grow, requiring only light annual pruning to maintain shape and encourage productive new growth.
Mature Size
- Height: 1.5–2m
- Spread: 1.5–2m
Position
- Full sun or partial shade
- Sheltered location preferred
- Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
