evergreen currant
Ribes viburnifolium
Description:
Good shade-tolerant groundcover under native oaks and in other dry, shady areas; shiny and fragrant foliage looks attractive all year; attracts hummingbirds, song birds, native bees, caterpillars, butterflies, bats, and other beneficial insects.
Native to:
California
Plant Type:
Shrub
Height:
2-3 ft
Width:
3-5 ft
Flower Color:
Pink
Red
Bloom Period:
February-April
Wildlife Value:
Beneficial Insects
Hummingbirds
Song Birds
Sun Exposure:
Part Shade (best with afternoon shade)
Shade (less than 1 hour of direct sunlight)
Irrigation Needs:
Low (deep watering twice a month)
Very Low (deep watering once a month)
Maintenance Needs:
Little to none; light pruning to shape can be done anytime.
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