Gooseberry 'Hinnomaki yellow'

Needs pruning after fruiting. usually in the winter when the leaves have fallen Cut off crossing branches and aim to produce a bush with an open centre to help air circulation and prevent mildew.
Cut main shoots by 50% But remember that the fruit is produced on old wood.
Side shoots by 5cm before the harvest to improve the yield

Feed in spring
Mulch to retain moisture and supress weeds

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Hinnomaki yellow is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

It is easier to grow new plants from cuttings or layering branches that can be pulled over to stake to the ground

Prepare the soil well with extra well rotted compost or well rotted manure, as the plants will be in the same position for many years

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Hinnomaki yellow is a hardy plant.

Excellent yield per bush, large yellow beries
Thin the fruit taking alternate berries to cook with, then allow the rest to ripen and grow further also becoming sweeter

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.