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Ribes alpinum

Alpine Currant

The dense, dark green foliage has a compact, symmetrical growth habit which retains its shape making it a suitable choice for hedging.

  • »  Inconspicuous, greenish flowers bloom soon after the leaves appear
  • »  Three-lobed leaves emerge early in the spring and turn yellow in the fall
  • »  Dense, upright, oval habit
  • »  Bloom Time: Spring

1gal
$24.38
3gal
$37.38
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:2
  • Height:125-150 cm
  • Spread:150-175 cm
  • Bloom Color: Green
Exposure
• Full Shade
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Spring
Habit
• Oval
• Rounded
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Foundation planting
• Hedge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Ribes alpinum

Alpine currant grows best in a fertile soil, in full sun to full shade. They tolerate various soil and other adverse, urban conditions. Prune any time of the year.