| Common Name | Red Flowering Currant |
| Family | Grossulariaceae |
| Genus | Ribes |
| Species | Sanguineum |
| Origin | Northwest USA / Western Canada |
| Blooming | Spring flowering shrub with ornamental red blooms |
| Leaf Color | Green turning yellow in autumn |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Moist, well-drained loam or compost-rich soil
Keep soil moist during growing season, reduce watering after flowering to induce dormancy
Full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade in hot climates
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before blooming
Prune immediately after flowering to remove dead wood and shape the shrub
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