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California Native Plant

Ribes malvaceum

Chaparral Currant

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: El Nativo Growers, Inc.

 

Description

This deciduous shrub drops leaves early and has pink flowers that bloom in winter.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Pink

Flower Season

Winter

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Purple

Fruit Season

Winter, Spring

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Water high water-use plants separately from low water-use plants.

Low water-use plants can grow with one-half the water needed by high water-use plants, and can be easily damaged from over watering.