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Betty Gooseberry

Scientific Name: Ribes 'Betty'

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 36"
  • W: 36"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Betty Gooseberry plant details

Betty Gooseberry is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by white fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Betty Gooseberry

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 36 IN tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Betty Gooseberry

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

American; white berry; good flavor but susceptible to mildew.

Gardening facts about Betty Gooseberry plant

How to Grow Betty Gooseberry

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Fruit

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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