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Ribes sanguineum

Flowering Currant

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Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer: Elkhorn Nursery

 

Description

This upright, multi-branched, deciduous shrub has medium green, maple shaped leaves. Leaves turn yellow then red during fall, then drop to the ground exposing orange-red stems. It reaches 4-6' tall and wide, with a tall arching or rounded habit. The rose-red or white flowers appear in clusters in spring, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. This shrub can tolerate full to part sun with well-draining soil. Bluish black berries appear after bloom period. It has a sour taste. Established plants are drought tolerant. An attractive Oregon native for all seasons. Several cultivars available now.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

Flower Color

Red, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black, Blue

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Seascape, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.