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When to Plant Gooseberry in Clarks Hill, South Carolina (29821)

Location

Clarks Hill, South Carolina

ZIP Code

29821

USDA Zone

8b

Last Frost

Sunday, March 15, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, February 15, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Gooseberry directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Ribes uva-crispa
Days to Maturity 730 days
Mature Height 36-60"
Spread 60"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

60" apart

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Planting Depth

4" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 21-42 days

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

Black Walnut

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Growing Gooseberry in Zone 8b

Gooseberry (Ribes uva-crispa) is a popular garden vegetable. In Clarks Hill, South Carolina, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, February 15, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, March 15, 2026. Gooseberry grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.