Ribes menziesii var. menziesii - Canyon Gooseberry (Plant) Illustrated Books A tough small shrub for

A tough small shrub for full sun with unusual dark green leaves outlined in purple

Reconstruction

Possible hybid of C

depending on its environment

After flowering in winter

Ribes menziesii var. menziesii - Canyon Gooseberry (Plant) Illustrated Books A tough small shrub forAttractive bright green foliage and maroon flowers are showy in spring. Berries are edible and attract wildlife. Spines make this a good barrier plant. Plant Characteristics Family Name Grossulariaceae Species Name Ribes menziesii var. menziesii Common Name Canyon Gooseberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Coast Part Sun, Inland Part Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Any Flower Color Red, Maroon, Burgundy Flowering Months March, April,