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Blackcurrant and Gooseberry Facts


Gooseberry and Blackcurrant Facts


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  • The life of black currant plant is 20-30 years.
  • Oil extracted from black currant seeds is used in production of skin care products.
  • Black currant berries are major source of food for the birds.
  
  • Traditionally, kids were told that babies were found under gooseberry bushes.
  • They are also called 'fayberries' due to an ancient belief that fairies hid in gooseberry bushes to avoid danger.
  

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