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Alpine Current

Ribes Alpinum

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Overview

Alpine Currant (Ribes alpinum) is a hardy, low-maintenance shrub, perfect for mass plantings or hedges. Mature at 3 to 6 feet tall and wide, with a compact form, it thrives in USDA zones 2-7. Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to part shade. Leaves emerge glossy green, while insignificant yellow-green flowers bloom in spring. This dioecious plant may produce red berries if both sexes are present.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 2–7Type ShrubClimate Mediterranean
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — Alpine Currant (Ribes alpinum) is a resilient; deciduous shrub prized for its adaptability and compact form
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Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
2–7

Shape & size

Mature height
3–6 Ft.
Mature width
3–6 Ft.

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Grossulariaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — Alpine Currant (Ribes alpinum) is a resilient; deciduous shrub prized for its adaptability and compact form
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — showcasing a clean and uniform appearance
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — usually performed in the late winter to early spring
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — they do contribute a subtle charm to the spring landscape.<br><br>For the optimal growth of Ribes alpinum; with its neat
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — Alpine Currant (Ribes alpinum) is a resilient
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — With its neat appearance and durability
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — they do contribute a subtle charm to the spring landscape.<br><br>For the optimal growth of Ribes alpinum
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — A unique feature of this shrub is its dioecious nature
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — meaning male and female flowers appear on separate plants
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — showcasing a clean and uniform appearance; with the males displaying yellow-green shades in April to May
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — shrub for full or half or shade
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to part shade
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — This hardy shrub also tolerates full sun to partial shade
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to part shade; they do contribute a subtle charm to the spring
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — While blooms are relatively inconspicuous; each leaf is about 1 to 2 inches long, with three lobes and a finely toothed margin
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — This dioecious plant may produce red berries if both sexes are present
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — making it an excellent choice for landscape designs that require structured hedging or foundational plantings
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — easy-care option for a polished and professional garden design
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — deciduous shrub prized for its adaptability and compact form
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — green and yellow flowers in the garden
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — this species typically reaches a height and spread of about 3 to 6 feet
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — Leaves emerge glossy green, while insignificant yellow-green flowers bloom in spring; as an added advantage for clients
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — this plant is remarkably low-maintenance and is generally free from serious pests or diseases
Alpine Current (Ribes Alpinum) — with the males displaying yellow-green shades in April to May
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