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Colossal Gooseberry

Scientific Name: Ribes uva-crispa 'Colossal'

Also Known As

  • Ribes 'Colossal'

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Colossal Gooseberry plant details

Colossal Gooseberry is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Colossal Gooseberry

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Colossal Gooseberry

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Excellent quality large berry; vigorous bush somewhat susceptible to mildew.

Gardening facts about Colossal Gooseberry plant

How to Grow Colossal Gooseberry

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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