Pixwell' is practically thorn-free and makes delicious pies and tasty preserves. The fruit hangs on slender stems an inch below the branches where they're easy to pick -hence 'Pixwell'. This gooseberry is very hardy and does well in average soil. Gooseberry 'Pixwell' is a dormant plant selected by DeGroot, offering you the opportunity to get a head start to the season. Due to its dormant state, this plant may lack foliage until it is planted. There is no need to wait until after frost, this may be planted as soon as the ground is workable. This early planting prevents transplant shock and allows it more time to develop its root system. If your plant does have foliage, provide protection from frost. Depending on the climate and weather experienced after planting, this plant could take up to 4-6 weeks to break dormancy and show signs of growth. Planting InstructionsSet the plant in place so the crown (part of the plant where the root meets the stem) is about 3 inches below the soil surface. | DeGroot Pixwell Gooseberry Seed Packet | Size 1 YR 1