Ribes x houghtonianum (Grossulariaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Ribes x houghtonianum
Deciduous shrub
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The Ribes x houghtonianum plant species is found in A hybrid of garden origin, R. sylvestre x R. spicatum[200]. It is a member of the Grossulariaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Ribes x houghtonianum
Family:  Grossulariaceae
Author:  Jancz.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Not known in the wild.

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]. Hardy to about -20°c[200]. 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].

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