Ribes glandulosum Skunk currant (Grossulariaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Ribes glandulosum
Skunk currant
Deciduous shrub
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The Ribes glandulosum plant species is found in N. America - Newfoundland to British Columbia, south to North Carolina, Michigan and Wisconsin. It is a member of the Grossulariaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Skunk currant. Some home gardeners know the variety as R. prostratum.

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Latin Name:  Ribes glandulosum
Common Name:  Skunk currant
Family:  Grossulariaceae
Author:  Grauer.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.4   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Wet woods and rocky slopes[43].

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in a moisture retentive but well-drained loamy soil of at least moderate quality[11, 200]. Plants are quite tolerant of shade though do not fruit so well in such a position[11]. Prefers a cool moist position[182]. Hardy to about -20°c[200]. Plants come into growth very early in the year[200]. The branches are decumbent or spreading[235]. Plants can harbour a stage of 'white pine blister rust', so they should not be grown in the vicinity of pine trees[155]. Plants in this genus are notably susceptible to honey fungus[200]. The leaves have an unpleasant smell[182].

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