Profile
Golden Currant
Ribes aureum
Deciduous Shrub
Height |
5 - 6 (feet) |
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Spread |
5 - 6 (feet) |
Distinctions |
Arching branches; fragrant small yellow flowers; bluish-green leaves turn yellow in the fall; similar to clove currant, identified by the flowers, sepals the same length as the petals; self-fertile; plant in full sun or part shade. |
Limitations |
Irregular open habit with age; suckers; looks best with rejuvenation pruning; berries not edible; needs good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew. |
Hardiness |
SC, SE (Zone 2) |
Origin |
Canada to northern Mexico through western United States |
