Garden Elements 2Gallon (7.5L) Alpine Currant (Ribes) Hedging Shrub

Model # 5721|Store SKU # 1001551248

Overview

Model # 5721 Store SKU # 1001551248

Small greenish-white flowers in spring produce scarlet-red ornamental berries in fall. This hardy shrub makes a great hedge as it is fast growing and can be pruned to shape easily.

Grows well in average garden soil and is very low-maintenance.

Ribes alpinium

Comes back year after year (perennial) down to Canadian Hardiness Zone 2 (-46°C)

Mature size: 5' tall x 5' wide

Full to part sun - 4-6 hours of sun each day

Specifications

Dimensions

Assembled Depth (in inches): 9.0
Assembled Height (in inches): 19.0
Assembled Weight (in lbs): 10.0
Assembled Width (in inches): 9.0
Packaged Depth (in inches): 10.5
Packaged Height (in inches): 27.5
Packaged Weight (In lbs): 12
Packaged Width (in inches): 10

Details

Blossom Colour: Yellow
Certified: No
Common Name: Currant
Delivery Method: Home Delivery Available
Features: Drought Tolerant, Pollinator Friendly
Height When Shipped (ft.): 0-4
Mature Height (ft.): 4-8
Mature Spread (ft.): 0-8
Spacing (Ft.): 5-8
Spread When Shipped (In.): 0-12
Sun Exposure: Part Shade, Full Shade, Full Sun, Part Sun
Tree & Shrub Type: Deciduous
Water Requirements: Medium
Zones: Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 5, Zone 2, Zone 3, Zone 4

Warranty / Certifications

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