Ceylon Hill Gooseberry SEEDS (Rhodomyrtus tomentosa) – Heirloom & Untreated
Also known as: Downy Myrtle

Introduce a stunning, hardy ornamental to your garden that offers both beauty and a bounty of delicious fruit! The Ceylon Hill Gooseberry is a versatile shrub that produces unique, edible berries with a flavour reminiscent of blueberries—only larger, juicier, and with fewer seeds, making them perfect for fresh eating, jams, and preserves.

Ideal for subtropical and warm temperate climates, including Australian regions that experience light frosts, this plant thrives in both garden beds and containers. For the most abundant harvest, we recommend planting at least two shrubs to encourage cross-pollination. While patience is required (fruiting typically begins around 2 years from seed), the wait is rewarded with a beautiful, productive plant that is a must-have for any food forest or edible landscape.

Rich in health benefits, the berries boast high levels of antioxidants, polyphenols, and anthocyanins, which are known for their anti-inflammatory properties and potential to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Product Details:

• Price is for one (1) packet containing 8 seeds.

• Naturally harvested from our healthy plants in Pacific Haven, QLD.

• Dispatch within Australia only. Unfortunately, we cannot send to NT, SA, WA, or Tasmania.

Sowing & Growing Tips

• Sowing: For best results, start seeds in a pot or seed tray using a quality seed-raising mix. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination occurs.

• Transplanting: Once seedlings have developed 2-3 true leaves, carefully prick them out and transplant them into individual pots.

• Final Planting: Move the plant to its final position in the garden or a larger container when you see roots beginning to emerge from the drainage holes.

• Position: This easy-to-grow plant prefers a sunny to partially shaded spot with well-drained soil. It does not like to sit in water. Slightly raised garden beds are ideal.

• Care: Requires minimal watering once established. The quality of the soil directly impacts growth speed and plant health.

Additional Notes

• Freshness Guarantee: Our seeds are freshly harvested for optimal viability.

• Pick-up: Pick-up is by appointment only and is reserved for plant or cutting purchases; it is not available for seed-only orders.

• Disclaimer: As with any new food, we recommend you research before consumption. Please also see the full disclaimer in the footer of this page. Germination and growth success depend on local conditions and gardening practices.