Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) California coastal California gnatcatcher

coastal California gnatcatcher

but will tolerate some drought

Highly recommended as a screen or hedge

Growth Rate Slow Endangered N/A Growth Habit Upright

Groundcover

Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) California coastal California gnatcatcherLow maintenance shrub, perfect under native trees. Will respond to water but is best in dry, filtered shade. Berries are edible. Plant Characteristics Family Name Grossulariaceae Species Name Ribes californicum Common Name Hillside Gooseberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Inland Shade, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Red, Maroon, Burgundy, White, Cream Flowering Months March, February