(Ribes sanguineum)
High in vit C
Fruity, citrus-like (lime undertones), and sometimes mildly spicy or "rose-petaly".
ZONE: 4-9
POLLINATOR: Yes
DEER RESISTANT: Yes
DROUGHT TOLERANT: Yes "highly"
EVERGREEN: No
SPREADS BY SEED: Yes
NEEDS A CROSS POLLINATOR: Wind & insect pollinated
AGE OF PLANT: Estimated 2-3yrs old (current stock)
MATURE HEIGHT: 6-8ft tall & wide
Burke Herbarium Image Collection
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RED FLOWERING CURRANT
PLANTING & GROWING
MEDICINAL BENEFITS
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FLAVOR & PAIRING
blossoms offer a delicate floral, citrusy, and slightly tannic flavour, often with hints of berry, creating a refreshing, tart profile.