Missouri gooseberry (Ribes missouriense)

Missouri gooseberry

Also known as: Missouri currant

Missouri gooseberry (Ribes missouriense) is a deciduous shrub that blooms in spring. Edible fruits ripen and turn purple in fall. Needs both male and female plants to produce fruit. Thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil.

Scientific classification

Species

Missouri gooseberry (Ribes missouriense)

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Summer, Early fall

Harvest Time

61 cm to 1.2 m

Plant Height

1.2 m to 1.5 m

Spread

1.3 cm

Flower Size

Yellow, Green

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Culture

Symbolism

Anticipation

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Care Guide for Missouri gooseberry

Every 2-3 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Missouri gooseberry is drought-tolerant and adapted to low moisture conditions, thriving with infrequent watering every 2-3 weeks. It excels in outdoor cultivation, effectively conserving water during dormancy, in sync with seasonal precipitation patterns.

Fertilize: Fertilize missouri gooseberry with balanced nutrients in spring and summer for foliage, switching to high-nitrogen post-flowering. Apply quarterly, avoiding excess to protect roots. Tailor amounts based on soil tests and reduce in winter. Always water thoroughly after fertilizing to enhance absorption and prevent root burn.

Pruning: Missouri gooseberry features spiny stems and edible berries. Annual pruning in early spring enhances growth and fruit yield by removing dead wood, thinning branches, and shaping the plant. Clean tools are essential to prevent infections for improved vigor and reduced disease risk.

Propagation: Missouri gooseberry, native to North American woodlands, propagates well through softwood cuttings taken in late spring. Apply rooting hormone and place cuttings in well-drained medium. Maintain moisture and humidity to encourage root growth while preventing fungal infections for robust transplantable plants.

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