Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) California Growth Rate Slow Endangered N/A

Growth Rate Slow Endangered N/A Growth Habit Upright

Cold Hardy to 15 degrees F Distribution Sonoran Desert

or to cover the transaction fees associated with your donation

and line drawing illustrations of 33 species

Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) California Growth Rate Slow Endangered N/ALow maintenance shrub, perfect under native trees. Will respond to water but is best in dry, filtered shade. Berries are edible. Plant Characteristics Family Name Grossulariaceae Species Name Ribes californicum Common Name Hillside Gooseberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Inland Shade, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Red, Maroon, Burgundy, White, Cream Flowering Months March, February