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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeshrub
Distribution
Ribes sanguineum
Flowering Currant
Flower Colors
Description
A vigorous deciduous shrub with lobed, aromatic, green leaves. Pendant racemes of reddish-pink tubular flowers in spring are followed by spherical, blue-black fruit.
Mature Height
2.5m
Mature Spread
2.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 5-8
Fragrance
Foliage
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensFlower borders and bedsHedging and screens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 60cm1186QB | H: 60cm | €19.04 |
| H: 15cm1186M | H: 15cm | €4.82 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.