Germination: 21–35 days

compact succulent

Place the pots on a sunny windowsill

viable seed – fast U

While not strictly required

10 Slender-Stem Gooseberry – Ribes leptanthum Flower Seeds Germination: 21–35 daysGrow an heirloom fruiting shrub with regional history and botanical resilience. Known both as Black Currant and Slender Stem Gooseberry, Ribes leptanthum is a wild, drought tolerant species native to the Southwestern U. S. It produces clusters of small, glossy black berries with a rich, tangy flavorperfect for homemade jams, syrups, or fresh eating if you like bold, tart fruit. With natural resistance to drought and cold, this deciduous shrub grows 36