Jostaberry

Planting Jostaberry

• These need fertile, neutral soil (a pH of 6.0-7.5 is ideal).
• They will tolerate a little light shade.
• Plant 1.5m in deep, well-draining soil with plenty of organic compost added in and planted in beds, and borders or in large pots/containers.

Growings Tips

• Keep the soil moist during the first year. In later years, water well on a weekly basis during prolonged dry spells.
• Cut all stems back to 30cm above ground at planting time. No further pruning will be necessary for the next 3-5 years while growth is vigorous.
• In later years, remove a fifth of your bush in winter, cutting out from its base the oldest and lowest wood.
• Apply a mulch every winter if possible.

Harvesting

• Fruits will ripen for harvesting in the summer from July through to August.