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Whitesmith Gooseberry

Scientific Name: Ribes uva-crispa 'Whitesmith'

Also Known As

  • Ribes 'Whitesmith'

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Whitesmith Gooseberry plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Whitesmith Gooseberry

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Whitesmith Gooseberry

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dense bush; round greenish-white fruit; from Britain; often requested for flavor.

Gardening facts about Whitesmith Gooseberry plant

How to Grow Whitesmith Gooseberry

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • white
    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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