Ribes cereum var. cereum
Ribes cereum var. cereum var. cereum
Wax currant is a tough, low-maintenance native shrub that thrives in partial shade with regular watering during the growing season. It is well-suited to western gardens and tolerates rocky or poor soils once established. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a tidy shape.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to humans.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
36″ – 72″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
60″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply Until Soil Is Moist, Then Allow Top 2 Inches To Dry Before Watering Again
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 48″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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