Little Ben Dwarf Gooseberry
Ribes uva-crispa 'Little Ben'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
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Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Compact/Dwarf, Flowering, Edible, Self-pollinating, and Ornamental Berries/Fruit
Specifications
Specifications
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Growing Zones
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Sunlight
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Growth RateModerate
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Fall Color
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Pollinator Required
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 3-7
Little Ben Dwarf Gooseberry Bushs (Ribes uva-crispa 'Little Ben') are darling little fruiting ornamentals that produce a decent crop as early as its first year! Container gardener ready sized, these demure shrubs won't take up all the space in your garden! This is a smaller selection of the Hinnonmaki Red Gooseberry and takes all of its parent's qualities and adds powdery mildew resistance and small compact size!
Forming smaller mounding clumps of highly cold-resistant branches, Little Ben features gorgeous colorful spring and fall foliage that, unfortunately, while it hides the small greenish flowers, the lobed green leaves dramatically set off the ripening fruit! Little Ben It has a spring bloom of flowers that you probably won't notice. However, bees and butterflies certainly will, making this plant a valuable asset to your yard's wildlife in the spring as well as in the fall.
Harvest while green for a firmer texture, or wait until the fruits turn a lovely maroon-red. Like turgent see-through jewels, these are gorgeous jewels that just shine on the branches! Once fully ripe, use the juicy berries in beverages and desserts, as well as being made into preserves, chutneys and sauces! Green fruits are often used for sweet-tart wine, pies and preserves that hold their shape after being baked.
Planting and Application:
Dwarf Gooseberry Bush Little Ben looks great planted in groupings, along a fence, or planted as a single spotlight in your garden. These space-saving shrubs are also ideal in large planters and containers that are protected from winter freezing. But this allows landscapes of all shapes and sizes to enjoy these unique fruiting shrubs! Even container gardeners can grow fruit on porches, patios and balconies!
Plant as facer shrubs or in rows along your home's foundation as an accent row and edible landscaping borders. Plant around your entertaining areas for a unique conversation starter! Create a border around your kitchen and herb gardens that also produces juicy healthy berries!
- Small Maroon-Red Jewel Like Fruit
- Lobed Handsome & Colorful Foliage
- Smaller, Compact, Low-Growing Mounds
- Extremely Cold Hardy & Bird and Pollinator Friendly
- Containers, Low Facer & Borders, Edging & Small-Space Edible Gardening
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Your Dwarf Gooseberry bushes will love a sunny spot in your landscape. Provide at least 6 hours of direct light a day. Plant in an enriched, well-drained location with a good layer of mulch over the soil's surface to protect the root system. It's almost thornless, these are also low-maintenance, mildew resistant and easy to prune when they're fully dormant in the late winter or very early spring.
- Full Sun
- Moderately Moist Soil
- Well-Drained Fertile Location
- Very Cold Hardy & Mildew Resistant
- Prune While Dormant
Little Ben Dwarf Gooseberry Bushes are short and sweet juicy gems that will set your berry patch apart from all the rest! Order yours today at NatureHills.com!
