Coastal Black Gooseberry (Ribes divaricatum)

Family: Grossulariaceae | Edibility: Choice Edible (4/5)

Ribes divaricatum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 2.7 m (8ft 10in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4 and is not frost tender. It is in flower in April, and the seeds ripen from July to August. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries, Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Sweet and juicy. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; A very acceptable flavour, though a bit on the acid side.; It is considered to be one of the finest wild N.; American gooseberries.

Habitat & North American Range

Open woods, prairies and moist hillsides. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)