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Ribes sanguineum 'Flore Pleno'

Also Known As

  • Ribes sanguineum 'Plenum'
  • Flowering Currant

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-8'
  • W: 5'-8'

planting zones

  • 5a-9a

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Ribes sanguineum 'Flore Pleno' plant details

Ribes sanguineum 'Flore Pleno' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ribes sanguineum 'Flore Pleno'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 5 FT - 8 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, fall color, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes sanguineum 'Flore Pleno'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Double pink flowers on this Northwest native bloom a bit later than the species. A succession bloom of Ribes would be a lovely thing. Hummingbirds will be grateful! Minimum temperature: -20 °F

Gardening facts about Ribes sanguineum 'Flore Pleno' plant

How to Grow Ribes sanguineum 'Flore Pleno'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

See other plant types of Ribes for your garden

aka Flowering Currant

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-10b

Size

Height: 7'-8'

Width: 6'-7'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Ribes sanguineum 'Elk River Red' flower by Conifer Kingdom
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aka Ribes 'Gordonianum', Ribes gordonianum, Flowering Currant

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 4'-5'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Ribes x gordonianum flower by Cistus Nursery
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aka Flowering Currant

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 4'-7'

Width: 7'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Ribes sanguineum 'Brocklebankii' flower, foliage by Briggs Plant Propagators
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aka Ribes sanguinea 'Pulsbo Scarlet', Ribes sanguineum 'Pulsbo Scarlet', Flowering Currant, Pulsbo Scarlet Red Flowering Currant

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-7'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Ribes sanguineum 'Pulborough Scarlet' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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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
Photo of Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum 'Strybing Pink' foliage by plant lust
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