{"product_id":"captivator-gooseberry-1-live-rooted-starter-plant-ribes","title":"Captivator Gooseberry 1 Live Rooted Starter Plant – Ribes","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCaptivator Gooseberry is an outdoor fruiting shrub valued for its edible berries and self-pollinating growth. The seller describes this selection as a hybrid between European and American gooseberry species, producing large berries that ripen from pink to dark reddish-purple.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis listing includes \u003cstrong\u003e1 live rooted starter plant\u003c\/strong\u003e. The plant is taken out of its growing pot for shipping and carefully packaged in a box for protection. The seller states that the plant should fruit the following year, although fruiting timing can vary with plant maturity and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCaptivator Gooseberry is listed for \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones 3–8\u003c\/strong\u003e, with full sun, neutral-pH soil, and medium watering. The seller also notes that the plant may enter a semi-dormant period during summer, lose its leaves, and produce new growth in fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rooted starter plant shipped out of its growing pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Identification:\u003c\/strong\u003e The seller provides the cultivar name Captivator and the common name Gooseberry but does not provide a species-level scientific name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomer Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIf there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Photos of the shipping box\u003cbr\u003e• Photo of the shipping label\u003cbr\u003e• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003cbr\u003e• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eClaims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eClaims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e🔹 BULLET POINTS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 live rooted starter plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Captivator Gooseberry fruiting shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Species not specified by seller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–8, according to seller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e Neutral.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large berries ripening from pink to dark reddish-purple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Edible fruit for eating, cooking, drinks, and juice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-pollinating, according to seller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removed from growing pot and shipped in a protective box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seller reports possible summer semi-dormancy followed by fall regrowth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, according to seller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e🧾 MATERIALS:\u003cbr\u003e1 live rooted Captivator Gooseberry starter plant, shipped out of its growing pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e📋 ATTRIBUTES:\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Captivator Gooseberry\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name: Not specified by seller\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Fruiting Shrub\u003cbr\u003eLife Cycle: Not specified by seller\u003cbr\u003eFlower\/Fruit Color: Pink to dark reddish-purple fruit\u003cbr\u003eSunlight: Full Sun\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Neutral pH\u003cbr\u003eWater: Medium\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zone: 3–8\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Medium\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Shrub\u003cbr\u003ePollination: Self-pollinating\u003cbr\u003eUse: Edible fruit\u003cbr\u003ePlant Condition: Rooted starter plant\u003cbr\u003eShipping Condition: Removed from growing pot\u003cbr\u003eQuantity: 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e❓ FAQ:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1. What USDA zones are suitable for Captivator Gooseberry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seller lists Captivator Gooseberry for \u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Zones 3–8\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2. How much sunlight does Captivator Gooseberry need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seller recommends \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e for this outdoor fruiting shrub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3. How much water does this gooseberry need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seller lists \u003cstrong\u003emedium watering\u003c\/strong\u003e. Specific watering frequency is not provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4. What is the growth habit of Captivator Gooseberry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a fruiting shrub with a \u003cstrong\u003emedium growth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e. The seller also reports seasonal leaf loss followed by new growth in fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5. Can Captivator Gooseberry be grown in a container?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seller lists \u003cstrong\u003epatio\u003c\/strong\u003e as a room\/use location, but does not provide specific container-growing requirements. This listing does not make a specific container-size recommendation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"plantcenter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50519616847949,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/2941\/5501\/files\/UntitledDesign_604_8_8b3bb3b2-91ae-455f-99f2-e30d38fc602a.jpg?v=1790135587","url":"https:\/\/liveblooms.com\/products\/captivator-gooseberry-1-live-rooted-starter-plant-ribes","provider":"Live Blooms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}