Ribes aureum |
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Golden Currant |
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer:
Description
This small shrub grows to 3'-5' high and 3'-5' wide; it has large, bright green leaves with clusters of small, yellow flowers followed by berries that turn from orange to blackish purple. Birds love the berries.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Wildgarden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showyflower, Unusualfoliage
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Roadsidehwy
Special Uses
Naturalizing
Attracts Wildlife
Birds, Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
To reduce soil moisture loss, apply 3-to-4 inches of organic mulch around plants - - but away from the trunk.
