Ribes nigrum



Botanical Name: Ribes nigrum
Common Name: black current
Family: Grossulariaceae
Distribution/Origin: Europe

Leaf: Green, (fall)Yellow, Lobed, Simple, Heavy/pinnate venation, Pubescent, Distinct smell, Ovate/Acute/Cordate/Serrate
Bud: Alternate
Flower: White, Green-yellow, Pink, Red, Showy, Floriferous, Raceme, May/Jun

Fruit/Seed: Black, Berry(true), Showy, Glossy, Jul/Aug
Stem/Bark: Brown, Grey, Tan

Size: Height: 1.3 - 2.0m/Spread: 1.5 - 2.0m
Habit: Dense, Open, Spreading, Twiggy
Form: Round

Soil conditions: Rich, Well-drained
Moisture: Moderate
Sun: Full sun, Partial sun
Exposure: Partial shade

Landscape use: Hedge row, Small garden/space, Spring interest, Urban agriculture, Wildlife food

Notes: Perennial

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