Native Gooseberry #1 A00230

Features & Attributes
American Gooseberry has forest green foliage throughout the season. The lobed leaves turn outstanding shades of orange and in the fall. The flowers are not ornamentally significant. It features an abundance of magnificent red berries with deep purple blush in early summer.
This is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its average texture blends into the landscape, but can be balanced by one or two finer or coarser trees or shrubs for an effective composition. This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. It is a good choice for attracting birds and butterflies to your yard. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;
Aside from its primary use as an edible, American Gooseberry is sutiable for the following landscape applications;