Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Grossulariaceae

Genus:

Ribes

Species:

Ribes laxiflorum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Vine

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

White, Red, Pink, Green, Purple

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Alaska, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Canada: Alberta, British Columbia, Yukon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers cool, shaded forest environments

Germination Information