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Yoshta — is a hybrid berry bush created by crossing black currants (Ribes nigrum) and gooseberries (Ribes uva-crispa). It was first bred in Germany in the 1970s. The name "joshta" comes from the first syllables of Germanic words "Johannisbeere" (currant) and "Stachelbeere" (agrus).
The yoshta bush is strong, spreading and almost spiny —, unlike many varieties of gooseberry. The berries are dark purple or black, slightly larger than currants, sweet and sour in taste with a delicate aroma. They contain a lot of vitamin C, antioxidants and useful acids, so they are very valued in nutrition.
Yoshta combines the best qualities of both "parents": it is resistant to diseases, tolerates frosts well, is not too picky about the soil, and also gives a generous harvest. It usually ripens in July, ideal for jam, jams, compotes or simply for fresh consumption.
Main characteristics:
- Hybrid gooseberry and blackcurrant
- Thornless, frost-resistant, resistant to diseases
- The berries are large, dark, with a pleasant sweet and sour taste
- It is used in cooking and for raw consumption
- Reproduces only vegetatively
This is a great option for Ukrainian gardens —, especially for those who want novelty without too much difficulty.
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