Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry

Ribes Speciosum

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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 9–10Climate Mediterranean

Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum) — The Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes speciosum) is a striking

Culture

Sun: Half, Shade
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Grossulariaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum) — it requires minimal watering once established

Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum) — Flourishing in USDA zones 7-10

Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum) — California native shrub known for its vibrant fuchsia-hued flowers resembling hanging lanterns

Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum) — offering a drought-tolerant option for wildlife-friendly gardens

Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum) — scientifically named Ribes speciosum

Fuchsia-Flowering Gooseberry (Ribes Speciosum) — Hailing from the coastal regions of California and Baja California

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