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Granite gooseberry (Ribes curvatum)
Family: Grossulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)
Ribes curvatum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade.
Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons
Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries
Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer
Flavor & Culinary Uses
flavour, it is about 7. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A gooseberry with an acid flavour, it is about 7.5mm in diameter.
Habitat & North American Range
Not known. (Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)