One of our spiniest native plants, this Ventura County gooseberry looks AMAZING when in full flower, usually Winter - Early Spring. The crimson-blood red flowers are ridiculously beautiful, and they are a favorite for hummingbirds in Winter. Extremely low water once established, this plant will drop most or all of its leaves during the Summer and waits until the Fall rains to produce lush, dark green leaves. Fuchsia-flowered Gooseberry is very good at keeping small kids away, but if you love your family, try it in shady woodland gardens or in a shady pot. Sprawls to 3-6 feet high and possibly wider, prune yearly to keep neat.