Ribes sanguineum 'Variegatum'

Also Known As

Ribes sanguineum var. variegata
Variegated Flowering Currant

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Ribes sanguineum 'Variegatum' plant details

Ribes sanguineum 'Variegatum' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in acidic, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ribes sanguineum 'Variegatum'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: native plant, showy, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes sanguineum 'Variegatum'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Attractively marbled leaves make this 6-8' shrub a handsome addition for any shrub border, however when it?s covered by bright scarlet flowers (and hummingbirds!) in spring, it?s really something! S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

A red flowered variety with wonderful cream to white and green textured foliage. This 5' shrub is outstanding anywhere.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Variegated form of the flowering currant, deciduous, to 10 x 10', with small, maple-like leaves, emerging green and maturing with splashes of creamy white -- the opposite development of most variegations. Hanging racemes of rose-red flowers appear in spring before the leaves appear. The dark fruit that follows is beloved by birds -- and people, too, for preserves. Bright sun and lean soil is best with very little summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6. Sorry, cannot ship to the eastern United States.