{"product_id":"black-velvet-gooseberry-live-plant-rooted-starter-plant-worcesterberry-hybrid-sweet-berry-shrub-self-pollinating-zones-4-7","title":"Black Velvet Gooseberry Live Plant | Rooted Starter Plant | Worcesterberry Hybrid | Sweet Berry Shrub | Self-Pollinating | Zones 4–7","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"795\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGrow delicious, unique berries with this \u003cstrong data-start=\"208\" data-end=\"261\"\u003elive Black Velvet Gooseberry rooted starter plant\u003c\/strong\u003e. A hybrid of gooseberry and Worcesterberry, this productive fruit shrub is known for its medium-sized, dark red berries with a rich, sweet flavor often compared to blueberries. Ideal for fresh eating, baking, jams, juices, and desserts, this self-pollinating variety is a wonderful addition to home orchards and edible landscapes. The starter plant is propagated from a healthy fruiting shrub and is carefully prepared for shipping. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to those shown in the listing photos.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"821\"\u003e✔️ 1 live Black Velvet Gooseberry rooted starter plant\u003cbr data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"878\"\u003e✔️ Rooted plant from a fruiting shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e✔️ Shipped bare root with roots protected for transit\u003cbr data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"974\"\u003e✔️ Healthy, established starter plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1052\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e🌼 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Velvet Gooseberry\u003cbr data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eRibes\u003c\/em\u003e × Black Velvet (Gooseberry × Worcesterberry Hybrid)\u003cbr data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1206\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous fruiting shrub\u003cbr data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eGrowth Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rooted starter plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1290\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, well-draining soil rich in organic matter\u003cbr data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil evenly moist during establishment\u003cbr data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–6 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1493\" data-end=\"1509\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1521\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1521\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–7\u003cbr data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eContainer Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e💡 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in a sunny location with well-draining soil and water regularly during the first growing season. This self-pollinating shrub may begin producing fruit as early as the following year with proper care. Dormancy during cooler seasons is a normal part of its growth cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"plantcenter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51953792811329,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0980\/0758\/0993\/files\/ListingShopify4_37_a9f2474a-20e1-474a-a03f-8c71d84e3a21.jpg?v=1783572080","url":"https:\/\/faithfolkstudio.com\/products\/black-velvet-gooseberry-live-plant-rooted-starter-plant-worcesterberry-hybrid-sweet-berry-shrub-self-pollinating-zones-4-7","provider":"FaithFolkStudio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}