Need help about bare root gooseberry

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    Bought two bare root gooseberry plants, just arrived. What should I do to make sure them alive? 20161013_211127.jpg
     
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    Get them planted asap :blue thumb:
     
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    Plant pots then water, or can I direct plant them in garden?
     
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    They are best planted in their final position, so direct planting now will give the roots a chance to establish whilst the soil is relatively warm.
     
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      And water in very well.
       
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