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When is the best time to prune gooseberry bushes?

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In late-winter, remove any dead / dying shoots. Shorten main branches by removing the end one-third, cutting to an outward facing bud. Prune out any shoot tips affected by gooseberry mildew. Cut back all side shoots to 3 buds to form fruit-bearing spurs.

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