Northern Gooseberry (Ribes hirtellum) - Zone 2

Northern Gooseberry is a native gooseberry species, it has stems that are mostly smooth with just a few thorns at the internodes.   The fruit is translucent green with a sweet tart flavour.  Native gooseberries are well adapted to the Canadian prairies and generally will be quite resilient, and beneficial to introduce into the landscape for our local pollinators and wildlife.

Hardiness: Zone 2