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Gooseberry

Ribes uva-crispa

Border plantingA barrier nothing walks through

Edible fruit

Gooseberry
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeFruit and herbs
FamilyGrossulariaceae
Size when mature1.2 m tall, 1.2 m across
LightFull sun, Part sun
MoistureMedium
Soilloam, clay, sand
Soil pH6 to 7.5
Hardy to-30 degrees
FlowersApril
For pollinatorsGood
WaterMedium water
UpkeepSome
Growthcat.growth.moderate
In EuropeNative
Spreading riskNone known
If eatenPeople: Not toxic · Dogs: Not toxic · Cats: Not toxic
Worth knowingHas thorns · Edible · Drops fruit, which makes a mess over paving

Safety

Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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