Ribes (sanguineum x malvaceum) 'Pink Pearl'

Also Known As

Ribes 'Pink Pearl'
Ribes sanguineum x malvaceum 'Pink Pearl'

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 10'
W: 10'

planting zones

7a-10b

Ribes (sanguineum x malvaceum) 'Pink Pearl' plant details

Ribes (sanguineum x malvaceum) 'Pink Pearl' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter pink and white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ribes (sanguineum x malvaceum) 'Pink Pearl'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT wide, 10 FT tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ribes (sanguineum x malvaceum) 'Pink Pearl'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low

Soil needs: lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction. Though this new cross should involve long story about an involved, Cistus hybridization program, in fact, this was a seedling in our garden ... for which we are happy to take credit. And yes, it's possible the world doesn't need another Ribes sanguineum cultivar, but this one's different ... with dense, hanging clusters of late winter flowers that open white and fade to a warm pink. Flowers very well and we believe represents a color combination not in the trade. Typical western native plant care is required in lean soil and dappled shade -- though for this one full sun can't hurt --. with summer water to be applied sparingly and carefully only in cool weather. We expect frost hardiness to at least the bottom of USDA zone 7.