Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) magnet Groups of associated species (“guilds”)

Groups of associated species (“guilds”) discussed include milkweed

Peach Flowering Months May

foothill woodland

A great barrier plant with thorny branches and edible blackberry-like fruit

Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) magnet Groups of associated species (“guilds”)Low maintenance shrub, perfect under native trees. Will respond to water but is best in dry, filtered shade. Berries are edible. Plant Characteristics Family Name Grossulariaceae Species Name Ribes californicum Common Name Hillside Gooseberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Inland Shade, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Red, Maroon, Burgundy, White, Cream Flowering Months March, February