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Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum 'Strybing Pink'

Also Known As

  • Ribes 'Strybing Pink'
  • Flowering Currant

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 7'-8'
  • W: 6'-7'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum 'Strybing Pink' plant details

Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum 'Strybing Pink' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring pink 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 var. glutinosum 'Strybing Pink'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 7 FT - wide, 7 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, native plant, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum 'Strybing Pink'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From Strybing Arboretum, San Francisco, comes this soft pink flowering currant. As western American natives we fail to realize how great these plants are. In Europe we have seen the different cultivars all over.

Gardening facts about Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum 'Strybing Pink' plant

How to Grow Ribes sanguineum var. glutinosum 'Strybing Pink'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer

Features

  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Fruit

    • blue
    • black
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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