Stachelbeeren

The Diversity of Gooseberries.
A comprehensive reference work for fruit enthusiasts and farmers, and currently the only German-language monograph on gooseberries.
The full spectrum of colors and shapes of gooseberries: 100 detailed variety descriptions with photographs.

Gooseberries are revered by a few, tolerated by some, and shunned by many. They are inconvenient in cultivation, yet they still represent the most diverse group of berries. Unfortunately, today they lead a shadowy existence—largely due to a devastating plant disease. This stands in stark contrast to the golden days when the finest fruits were awarded in numerous English societies.
The editors aim to bring this endangered cultural heritage to the public's attention. With this extensive work, a monograph on both well-known and unnamed gooseberry varieties is being published for the first time in over a hundred years.

The richness of colors and diversity of shapes is presented in 100 detailed variety descriptions with photographs. Important general characteristics and pomological aspects are explained and illustrated with schematic drawings.