Growing gooseberries

What to do

• Prepare soil in autumn by forking over a large area and removing weeds.
• Dig a planting hole and fork in compost or well-rotted manure.
• Add pelleted general purpose fertiliser.
• Space cordons 30-45cm apart and bushes at least 1.2m.
• Keep well watered until established and mulch thickly.
• Net during June and July to protect fruit from birds.