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European Gooseberry
Ribes uva crispa
A classic spiny shrub with tart, edible berries.
- Plant Type
- Shrubs & Roses
- Width
- 3-5 Ft.
- Height
- 3-5 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 3 - 8
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Design image count
- 1
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Create design onlineAbout European Gooseberry
Ribes uva-crispa, the European gooseberry, is a deciduous, spiny shrub known for its tart, edible berries. Native to Europe and parts of Asia, it features a straggling, rounded growth habit with branches covered in sharp spines. The deeply lobed, green leaves provide a lush backdrop for small, bell-shaped flowers that appear in spring. The fruit, ripening in mid-summer, varies from green to red. It thrives in cool, moist climates and well-drained, organic soil.