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Ribes sanguineum 'Gibson Woods'

Also Known As

  • Gibson Woods Red Flowering Currant

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 4'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Ribes sanguineum 'Gibson Woods' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ribes sanguineum 'Gibson Woods'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes sanguineum 'Gibson Woods'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright growing form with dark pink-red flowers.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Ribes sanguineum 'Gibson Woods' plant

How to Grow Ribes sanguineum 'Gibson Woods'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • red
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • blue
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 7'-8'

Width: 6'-7'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 4'-5'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 4'-7'

Width: 7'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-7'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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aka Ribes 'Strybing Pink', Flowering Currant

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 7'-8'

Width: 6'-7'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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