Black Currant (Ribes)
Ribes aureum
SKU: HC015203
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Overview
Ribes aureum (commonly known as Black Currant or Golden Currant) is a Western native plant, valued for its large, black edible fruit. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
key features
Botanical Name
Ribes aureum
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Advantages
Native, Bee Friendly, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Birds, Easy To Grow, Fragrant, Winter Interest
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Full Shade
Mature Height
4-6' tall
Bloom Time
Early to mid spring
SKU
HC015203
Description
4-6' tall x 4-6' wide. (Cutting propagated). Ribes aureum (commonly known as Black Currant or Golden Currant) is a Western native plant, valued for its large, black edible fruit. The shrub blooms in mid-spring, with highly fragrant yellow flowers reminiscent of cloves or vanilla. With a fine display of orange to red fall foliage, this easy-to-grow shrub provides the landscape with three seasons of interest. Most soil types including clay.
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