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Ribes malvaceum var. viridifolium 'Ortega Beauty'

Also Known As

  • Chaparral Currant

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Ribes malvaceum var. viridifolium 'Ortega Beauty' plant details

Ribes malvaceum var. viridifolium 'Ortega Beauty' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ribes malvaceum var. viridifolium 'Ortega Beauty'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and winter

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes malvaceum var. viridifolium 'Ortega Beauty'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Winter blooming hummingbird plant. Spectacular pendant rose flower clusters. Deep green leaves. Woody branches have peeling red bark as they age. Requires part shade inland.

Gardening facts about Ribes malvaceum var. viridifolium 'Ortega Beauty' plant

How to Grow Ribes malvaceum var. viridifolium 'Ortega Beauty'

  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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