Red-flowering Currant
Ribes sanguineum
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A deciduous shrub prized for its clusters of deep red or crimson flowers that bloom in spring before the leaves fully emerge. It is a reliable, low-maintenance plant that attracts hummingbirds and provides early-season color in gardens.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Pacific Northwest North America
Native to: California, Oregon, Washington
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Notable Cultivars
King Edward VII is valued for its deep crimson flowers, while White Icicle offers a white-flowered alternative for contrast in the garden.
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A deciduous shrub prized for its clusters of deep red or crimson flowers that bloom in spring before the leaves fully emerge. It is a reliable, low-maintenance plant that attracts hummingbirds and provides early-season color in gardens.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Red-flowering Currant grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Pacific Northwest North America
Native to: California, Oregon, Washington
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
Notable Cultivars
King Edward VII is valued for its deep crimson flowers, while White Icicle offers a white-flowered alternative for contrast in the garden.