Missouri Gooseberry (Ribes Missouriense) is a perennial shrub in the Grossulariaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Ribes missouriense is a dense, rounded, deciduous shrub native to the north-central United States, known for its prickly stems, showy spring flowers, and edible fruits.

Missouri Gooseberry

Missouri Gooseberry

Ribes Missouriense

Ribes missouriense is a dense, rounded, deciduous shrub native to the north-central United States, known for its prickly stems, showy spring flowers, and edible fruits.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor, edible fruit producer

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Missouri Gooseberry

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Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Grossulariaceae
Genus:Ribes