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Black Gooseberry

Ribes divaricatum

Light Requirements: Full Sun, Part Shade
Water Requirements: Moist
Ease of Growing: Easy to grow
Growth Rate: Moderate
Spreads: Yes
Wildlife Support: Pollinators, Hummingbirds, Birds or Mammals
Fire Resistant: No
Edible: Yes
Mature Height: 5-8ft
Mature Width: 3-5ft

Black gooseberry (Ribes divaricatum) is a deciduous shrub that grows up to 8ft tall with arching stems. The white flowers usually bloom in mid-spring and are a favorite of hummingbirds and butterflies. The berries are small and offer a great food source for wildlife.

The plant prefers moist soil and can grow in both full sun and semi-shade. Please note that the plant does have sharp thorns, and precautions should be taken if planting in areas used by young children and pets.

Photo Credit(s): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ribes_divaricatum#/media/File:Ribes_divaricatum_5391.JPG, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ribes_divaricatum#/media/File:Ribes_divaricatum_leaf1.jpg

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