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    • Photo of Ribes aureum var. gracillimum flower by Cactus Jungle

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    Ribes aureum var. gracillimum

    Also Known As

    • Golden Currant

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 3'-6'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

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    Ribes aureum var. gracillimum plant details

    Ribes aureum var. gracillimum is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ribes aureum var. gracillimum

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: grossulariaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: orange, red and yellow blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes aureum var. gracillimum

    USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Flowers attract hummingbirds, berries attract other birds. Golden flower clusters in spring fade to red. Best in coastal gardens but keep protected from wind. Inland keep cool under tree canopy. Hardy to 0F.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    Deciduous, erect shrub 3-6' tall with lobed, light green leaves that are toothed. Clusters of small but showy yellow flowers that fade to a red-orange form, in spring, followed by edible summer berries that are yellow-red to black in color. Best with moderate summer watering. Hardy to below 0F. Southern California.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Ribes aureum var. gracillimum plant

    How to Grow Ribes aureum var. gracillimum

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red
      • orange
      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • birds
      • bees
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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