Ribes sanguineum glutinosum
Southern Pink Flowering Currant
Description
The Pink Flowering Currant is an erect,spreading, deciduous shrub that grows 4'-6' tall. It has lobed, toothed foliage, pink flowers, and black berries between January and March. The Pink Flowering Currant needs shade inland, and is a native to California. It is drought tolerant and attracts hummingbirds. -Cornflower Farms
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Black
Fruit Season
Spring
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Filler, Fire Resistant
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.
Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.