Ribes viburnifolium
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An evergreen shrub with long, slender, arching reddish stems, and broadly oval, glossy deep green leaves that are aromatic when crushed. Clusters of small reddish-pink flowers are produced in early spring, and followed by round red berries that are popular with birds
Scientific classification
- Species
- Ribes viburnifolium (Ribes viburnifolium)
- Genus
- Ribes
- Family
- Grossulariaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
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- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Partial shade · Full shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Ribes viburnifolium pictures
Distribution of Ribes viburnifolium
Distribution map
- Native
- Introduced
- Cultivated
Source：WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries：WGSRPD / TDWG
Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of Ribes viburnifolium
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Ribes viburnifolium care guide
- Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred
- Watering
- Partial shade · Full shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate deep watering during dry periods, free drainage preferred
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced shrub feed once in spring
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required, though can be trimmed to create a bushier shape and will tolerate renovative pruning if necessary
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed, by semi-ripe cuttings or by layering; stems will sometimes root naturally as they spread
Growing
GrowingTolerates a range of soils. Useful ground cover for light shade in warmer regions
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to a leaf spot, powdery mildews, coral spot and sometimes honey fungus
Pests
May be susceptible to gall mites, gall midges and aphids
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