Ribes u.-c. 'Captivator'

Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator': A Thornless Delight in Your Garden

Introduction: Welcome to the world of Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator', a thornless and captivating cultivar of the gooseberry bush known for its abundant harvest and ease of maintenance. With its sweet-tart berries and lack of thorns, 'Captivator' is a delightful addition to any garden landscape. At our garden center, we're excited to offer Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator' to gardeners looking to cultivate their own harvest of delicious gooseberries without the hassle of thorns.

Features and Benefits:

• Thornless Variety: Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator' is a thornless cultivar, making it easy and pain-free to harvest its delicious berries.

• Abundant Harvest: Enjoy a bountiful harvest of sweet-tart gooseberries with 'Captivator', as this cultivar is known for its prolific fruit production, providing ample berries for fresh eating, baking, jams, and preserves.

• Compact Growth Habit: With its compact growth habit, 'Captivator' is well-suited for small gardens, containers, or as a focal point in mixed borders, offering versatility in garden design.

• Disease Resistance: 'Captivator' exhibits excellent disease resistance, making it a low-maintenance option for gardeners seeking to grow healthy and productive fruit bushes.

• Long Harvest Season: Experience a prolonged harvest season with 'Captivator', as it produces berries from late spring to early summer, ensuring a steady supply of fresh fruit for your enjoyment.

Maintenance Tips:

• Height: Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator' typically grows to a height of 3-4 feet, providing a compact yet productive presence in the garden.

• Spread: With a spread of 2-3 feet, this cultivar offers excellent coverage, making it suitable for filling in empty spaces or creating a charming hedge.

• Watering: Water 'Captivator' regularly, particularly during dry periods, to ensure adequate moisture for healthy growth and fruit production.

• Pruning: Prune 'Captivator' in late winter or early spring to remove dead or damaged branches and shape the plant for optimal structure and fruit production.

• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring to provide 'Captivator' with the nutrients it needs for vigorous growth and abundant berry production.

• Pest Control: Monitor 'Captivator' for signs of pest infestation, such as aphids or sawfly larvae, and take appropriate measures, such as applying organic pesticides or insecticidal soap, as needed.

Conclusion:

Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator' is a thornless gem for any garden, offering both culinary delights and ease of maintenance. With its sweet-tart berries, compact growth habit, and disease resistance, this cultivar is sure to become a favorite among gardeners seeking to cultivate a fruitful and hassle-free garden landscape. Embrace the convenience and flavor of Ribes uva-crispa 'Captivator' and enjoy the sweet rewards it brings to your outdoor space

• Size
  2 Ltr, rosepot

We currently only deliver within the island of Ireland, other countries can be quoted for by contacting [email protected] or via telephone on 06964084
 

Standard Delivery is FREE on orders over €250*

All standard deliveries will be completed within 5-7 working days via Fastway Couriers, any delay to this delivery time, the customer will be notified by One of our staff.

The in-Store delivery charge will vary compared with online, in-store delivery charge is done on a case by case basis. 

* Only mainland Ireland addresses qualify for free delivery.
 

Live Plants Delivery

Our live plants are packed with care and diligence by our staff, our horticulturists review each plant before despatch to ensure quality is maintained.
Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
All live plants are despatched within 3-5 working days where possible, our couriers aim to deliver within 48 hours of despatch from our Garden Centre to allow the plant to arrive in healthy condition.
 

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