Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry
Ribes Speciosum
Overview
The Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes speciosum) is a striking, California native shrub known for its vibrant fuchsia-hued flowers resembling hanging lanterns. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun to part shade, reaching up to 6 feet tall and wide. It boasts spiny stems and deep green, lobed leaves. Flourishing in USDA zones 7-10, it requires minimal watering once established, offering a drought-tolerant option for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Sun Half, ShadeWater LowZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Culture
- Sun
- Half, Shade
- Water
- Low
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Grossulariaceae
- Climate
- Mediterranean
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