Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum

Also Known As

Ribes sanguineum glutinosum
Pink Flowering Currant
Winter Currant

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 5'-12'
W: 5'-12'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum plant details

Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 12 FT - wide, 5 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Also known as the "Winter Currant", this CA native shrub brightens the garden on a rainy Winter day. In bloom February-April, the 2-4" drooping clusters of pink flowers are also an early food source for hummingbirds & bees. The berries are black with a whitish bloom & are enjoyed by birds. The leaves exude a delightful resinous scent & are not attractive to deer. Naturally found in woodlands areas, it makes itself at home in light-moderate shade (essential for inland gardeners), full or morning sun OK on the coast. The shrub grows in a natural vase shape & can become 5-12’ tall & wide, but it can be pruned hard after it has finished flowering in the Spring. Little or no irrigation is necessary, thus great under oaks. Fine companions would be other woodland plants like Heuchera, Tellima & Aquilegia. Bee & bird habitat plant.