Orange Gooseberry (Ribes pinetorum)

Family: Grossulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Ribes pinetorum is a deciduous Shrub. 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 and can grow in very acid soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste, but is densely covered with spines. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit has an agreeable gooseberry taste, but is densely covered with spines.; The fruit is up to 15mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Pinewoods. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)