Star gooseberry (Sweet Cultivar)
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The Sweet Star Gooseberry (Phyllanthus acidus – sweet cultivar) is rarely seen in Perth and has some sweetness compared to the more common traditional tart type. cutting grown this sweet cultivar produces juicy, pale-yellow fruits with a mild, sweet-tart flavour, far less sour than the usual varieties. Perfect for eating fresh, using in jams, or adding to desserts. Of course, it's not strawberry sweet. The tree is compact and attractive, making it ideal for gardens and large pots.
Brix estimated at 8-12, similar to pineapple from 4-6 (lime and lemon).
Features:
Ideal prune height: 2 to 4 metres
pH range: 5.5 to 7.5
Sun preference: Full sun
Minimum pot size by year 5: 50 cm wide
Time to fruit: 2 to 3 years
Harvest period: Late summer to early autumn
Notable for its sweet-tart fruits, rare among star gooseberries, and excellent for fresh eating and cooking.
The Sweet Star Gooseberry thrives in warm, frost-free areas and prefers well-drained soils with plenty of organic matter. Regular watering during fruit set improves yield, but the tree is surprisingly drought-tolerant once established. It benefits from a light prune after harvest to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
If you are looking for something rare, productive, and beautiful, the Sweet Star Gooseberry is a fantastic choice. Limited stock available now – grow a sweet-tart treasure in your own backyard.
Keywords: Sweet Star Gooseberry, Phyllanthus acidus, sweet cultivar star gooseberry, rare fruit Perth, edible tropical fruit tree, dwarf fruit tree Perth
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Star gooseberry (Sweet Cultivar)
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