Ribes alpinum Alpine currant (Grossulariaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Ribes alpinum
Alpine currant
Deciduous shrub
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The Ribes alpinum plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Grossulariaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Alpine currant.

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Latin Name:  Ribes alpinum
Common Name:  Alpine currant
Family:  Grossulariaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Cliffs and rocky woods on limestone[17].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a moisture retentive but well-drained loamy soil of at least moderate quality[11, 200]. This species succeeds on poor soils[11]. Does well in shade though it does not fruit so well in such a position[11]. A very hardy plant, tolerating temperatures down to about -25°c[184]. A number of named varieties have been developed for their ornamental value. The flowers are sweetly fragrant[208]. Plants are dioecious. At least one male plant must be grown in the vicinity of up to 5 females if fruit is required. Plants can harbour a stage of white pine blister rust, so should not be grown in the vicinity of pine trees[155]. Plants in this genus are notably susceptible to honey fungus[200].

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