Trumpet Gooseberry (Ribes leptanthum)

Family: Grossulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Ribes leptanthum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower in May. 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.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit can also be used to make jellies and preserves. The fruit is about 6 - 8mm in diameter. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit can also be used to make jellies and preserves.; The fruit is about 6 - 8mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Streamsides, 1800 - 2800 metres in Arizona. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)