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Ribes sanguineum 'Spring Snow'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Ribes sanguineum 'Spring Snow' plant details

Ribes sanguineum 'Spring Snow' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ribes sanguineum 'Spring Snow'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, fall color, hedge, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes sanguineum 'Spring Snow'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright clean white flower clusters ?drip? from the branches of this medium shrub in early spring like a last spring snow. S-PSh/M-D
A sparkling white in March. As with all the flowering currants, this is a fast grower to 8’.

Gardening facts about Ribes sanguineum 'Spring Snow' plant

How to Grow Ribes sanguineum 'Spring Snow'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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