gooseberry

Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator')should be watered deeply when the soil is dry, but not more than once every 1 or 2 weeks. During the growing season, water gently so the soil stays evenly moist, but not soggy. During the winter months, water only when the soil feels dry several inches below the surface. While outdoors, the plant should only be watered if rainfall is scant. If the plant is in a pot, never let the pot sit in water, and allow the top 2 inches of potting mix to dry before you water again.

Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator') will do best in full sun and requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day. It does best with a few hours of morning sun and a few hours of afternoon sun, but keep in mind that the closer you are to the equator the more afternoon sun you’ll need to give the plant. If you are located in an area especially prone to overall sun intensity, then you may need to shift its morning/afternoon balance accordingly.

Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator') will require annual pruning in early spring when the plant is just starting to come out of dormancy. A few weeks before new growth appears, remove any weak, broken, or dead branches, and then reduce the total number of branches by approximately 1/3 to 1/4. For bush varieties, pinch back the tips of the strong shoots to encourage the growth of multiple side shoots. Pruning in the summer or fall is generally not recommended as it can interfere with the plant's winter dormancy or cause sunburn on new growth in the summer months. To promote bud formation, some pruners occasionally pinch off the buds before they open.