Ribes laurifolium (Buffalo Current)

Type Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Deciduous, Flowering
Form Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours White Flowers (Spring), Green Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very Hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Medium Growing Plant
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Ribes laurifolium description: This medium sized deciduous shrub produces masses of scented yellow blossom in spring, as well as an impressive display or rich autumn colour. Black berries are produced during the summer months.

Ribes laurifolium cultivation notes: Ribes flourishes in all any fertile well drained soil - especially suitable for chalk, preferring a sunny aspect away from shade. A mulch in winter as well as pruning out old wood after flowering will help maintain shape and vigor.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; Scented blossom; Attractive autumn colour; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Fruit / berry producing; Tolerates heavy clay soils.


Common Missspellings: Ribbes, Rebes, Rybies, Ribeas, Ribis, Ribbies, Rybes
Ribes laurifolium (Buffalo Current)
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