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When to Plant Gooseberry in Zone 2A

USDA Zone

2A

Cities Covered

27

Avg Last Frost

Monday, June 1, 2026

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 2A

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, May 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Gooseberry can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Ribes uva-crispa
Days to Maturity 730 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun to Partial Shade
Plant Spacing 60" apart

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Growing Gooseberry in USDA Zone 2A

Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 2A. This zone includes cities like Anchorage, Takotna, Eielson Afb and 24 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 2A is around Monday, June 1, 2026. Gooseberry can be directly sown outdoors around Monday, May 4, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Gooseberry approximately 730 days after planting.