Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) California Cold Hardy to Less than

Cold Hardy to Less than 15 degrees F Distribution San Bruno Mountain Natural Habitat Coastal sage scrub

and beautifully illustrated book describes an ancient and exquisitely balanced environment home to wondrous organisms: Fire Beetles that mate only on burning branches

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

Tolerant of heat and drought

he gives an enthralling view of Southern California lands and people from the 1890s to the 1940s

Ribes californicum - Hillside Gooseberry (Plant) California Cold Hardy to Less thanLow 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