Invicta

Ribes uva-crispa 'Invicta'

£5.00

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The Invicta gooseberry is an easy-to-grow, hardy perennial that thrives in virtually any soil and sunlight condition, making it perfect for kitchen gardens of any aspect. This vigorous clump-forming plant produces abundant fruit throughout summer (June-August) and requires minimal care, offering exceptional value at just £5. With 10% of proceeds going to organic initiatives, it's an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, productive addition to their growing space.

A CLOSER LOOK

Plant details.

LifecyclePerennial
HabitBushy
ScentNone
Foliage typeDeciduous

Suitability: Fruit gardens
Position: Kitchen Garden
Light: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil moisture: Free draining, Moist
Soil acidity: Neutral, Acid, Alkaline
Soil type: Chalk, Loam, Sandy
Hardiness: H6 [-20 to -15ºC] Hardy | Very cold winter
Time to maturity: 2–5 Years
Exposure: Sheltered
Mature height: 1–1.5 m
Mature spread: 1–1.5 m
Foliage colour: Green
Growing skill: Easy
Genus: Gooseberry | Ribes uva-crispa var
Aspect: North, East, South, West

Through the seasons

A year at a glance

Fruiting

Jun–Aug

Filled months show recorded activity. Timing can vary with climate and growing conditions; unfilled months are not recorded.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR PLANT

A happy plant
starts here.

Every plant grows a little differently. Your new arrival’s shape and size may vary from the photograph.

Growing conditions+

Position: Full sun, Partial shade. Soil: Moist but well-drained.

Winter hardiness+

RHS rating: H6 (UK growing conditions). See the source profile for cultivation advice.

Plant information sources+

Growing details checked against the sources below. Ultimate size depends on growing conditions.

RHS · Ribes uva-crispa 'Invicta' (C/D)

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