Ribes speciosum
Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry
Description
This semi-evergreen shrub is 4'-6' high with drooping, shiny red fuchsia-like flowers that bloom in early spring with spiny stems. It makes a good barrier plant.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation
Special Uses
Fire Resistant, Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.