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Albion Strawberry vs Sebastien Gooseberry

Ribes uva-crispa Sebastien

Fragaria ananassa Albion

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Sebastien Gooseberry
Albion Strawberry

Sebastien Gooseberry is a nearly thornless variety that produces medium-sized, red gooseberries. When the berries are fully ripe they are quite sweet and great for fresh eating. They can be stored for up to two weeks in the fridge. For baking and preserves, they are often picked when under-ripe when they are firm and tart. The general harvest period is anywhere from July to September.

Sebastien Gooseberry is a Canadian variety that was developed at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research station in Ottawa.

Gooseberries are self-pollinating but planting with another variety will increase yields.

Albion Strawberry is an Day Neutral (Long Day, Everbearing) hybrid that produces berries all summer and into fall. It is heat tolerant and disease resistant, and grows well in warmer climates. Its conical fruit, bright red color, and reliable firmness, make the fruit excellent for fresh eating, or in pies or jellies.

Sebastien Gooseberry Quick Facts

Albion Strawberry Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 4a
Height: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Height: 0.3 m (1.0 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Spread: 0.6 m (2.0 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: fast
Life span: short
Life span: short
Suckering: low
Suckering: high

Toxicity: leaves are toxic to humans

Berries: reddish and medium sized
Berries: sweet
Firmness: firm
Flavor: sweet dessert berry
Harvest: late July to September
Harvest: spring through summer
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no