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Ribes sanguineum (American Current)
Type
Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Deciduous, Flowering
Form
Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size
Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours
Red Flowers (Spring), Medium green Foliage
Care
Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness
Very hardy
Growth
Medium Growing Plant
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Ribes sanguineum Description
This medium sized deciduous shrub produces masses of scented rose - red racemes in spring. However, its 'distinctive' scent is not appreciated by all. Post flowering this shrub produces black berries. Position at back of border.
Ribes sanguineum - 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.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Ribes sanguineum:
Scented blossom
Attractive autumn colour
Attracts wildlife to feed or nest
All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
Fruit / berry producing
Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
Tolerates cold exposed locations
Tolerates heavy clay soils
Design & Plant Use for Ribes sanguineum:
Provides extended interest with blossom, berries and autumn colour
Ideal flowering shrub for problem clay soils
Common Missspellings:
Ribbes, Rebes, Rybies, Ribeas, Ribis, Ribbies, Rybes
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