Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) seed collections open shrub with deep pink

open shrub with deep pink flowers in spring

Cold Hardy to 25 degrees F Distribution Catalina

Does best near the coast in areas with summer fog

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Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) seed collections open shrub with deep pinkLow 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