Type
self-fertile hybrid
Jostaberry variety
Jostine Jostaberry
A named jostaberry selection bred for strong productivity and dark fruit. Like other jostaberries, it has no gooseberry thorns and is commonly used for processing.
Season
mid summer
Best for
preserves, juice
About Jostine
Jostine is a jostaberry hybrid of black currant and gooseberry, grown for dark, aromatic fruit and a vigorous thornless bush. Like other jostaberries, it combines the flavor profile of both parents and is useful for fresh use or preserves.
Growing Jostine Jostaberry
Plant in Zones 3 to 8 in sun and evenly moist, well-drained soil. It is self-fertile, but needs regular dormant pruning to restrain vigorous growth; harvest the fully dark berries in mid to late summer.
Full growing guide
For planting, care, pollination, and harvest that apply to all jostaberry, see the complete guide.
How to grow JostaberryOther jostaberry varieties
Variety characteristics are general guidance for US home gardens; chill hours, hardiness, and pollination vary, so confirm suitability for your zone. Availability differs by supplier. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.