Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Grossulariaceae

Genus:

Ribes

Species:

Ribes viburnifolium

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

feb, mar, apr

Bloom Colors:

Pink, Purple

Native Range

United States: California

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to coastal chaparral environments