Trees and shrubs

Gooseberry bush 'Little Ben'

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Hardiness Zone 4

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Family Grossulariaceae

Ribes uva-crispa ‘Little Ben’ is a compact gooseberry bush, ideal for small gardens and container growing. This dense, bushy fruit shrub develops slightly thorny branches bearing an abundance of light green fruits when ripe. These medium-sized berries are firm, juicy, and pleasantly tart, perfect for jams, pies, and fresh consumption lightly sweetened. Its discreet spring flowering attracts pollinators and encourages a generous summer harvest despite its small size. Its bright green foliage adds texture and volume to edible landscapes. Ribes uva-crispa ‘Little Ben’ combines hardiness, productivity, and limited footprint, offering a practical and decorative solution for northern gardens.

Ribes uva-crispa 'Little Ben'

Soil and care

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Fertilization Compost in spring

Bloom and dimensions

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Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorPurple
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingLight green fruits, medium-sized, firm, juicy, and tart
Maximum height3 ft (1 m)
Maximum width3 ft (1 m)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 4
Minimum temperature-35°C

Its strengths, naturally.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies