Alpine currant 'Schmidt'

Product information "Alpine currant 'Schmidt'"

The alpine currant is a compact, native, deciduous shrub that grows up to 1.5 m. It has a dense, upright habit. The petals have an inconspicuous, yellowish-green colour. The individual flowers are small and greenish-yellow. This plant forms dark red berries in autumn which resemble red currants, however they have an insipid taste.
Ribes alpinum is very well suited as a hedge and can be planted in shady locations. It is easily grown in average, well-drained soil. Pruning can take place at any time of the year or the plant can simply be allowed to grow naturally. It is extremely winter hardy.

• Flowering Period April, May
• Final height 180cm to 2m
• Final width 60cm to 80cm
• Available February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November
• Plant Type deciduous
• Use outdoors, for wild gardens, as a hedge, as a specimen plant
• Hardiness hardy
• Soil moderately heavy, light, slightly alkaline, neutral, slightly acidic
• Location partial shade, full sun
• Flower Colour yellow, green
• Leaf Colour green

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