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Ribes speciosum

Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Acacia Software

 

Description

This semi-evergreen shrub is 4-6' high with drooping, shiny red fuchsia-like flowers that bloom in early spring and 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

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.