Ribes sanguineum King Edward VII

Red-flowering Currant

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Deciduous shrub with vibrant red tubular flowers in early spring, native to the Pacific Northwest USA; attracts hummingbirds.
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Plant Details

Common Name Red-flowering Currant
Family Grossulariaceae
Genus Ribes
Species Sanguineum
Variety King Edward VII
Origin Western North America
Blooming Early spring, red tubular flowers before leaves emerge
Leaf Color Green (turning yellow-red in autumn)
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moist, well-drained loam with high organic matter content

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Watering

Regular watering during active growth, drought tolerant once established

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun for maximum bloom, tolerates partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Apply balanced NPK granular fertilizer in early spring before blooming

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Pruning

Deadhead after flowering, thin oldest stems annually to encourage vigor

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Leafhopper

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-0° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
30% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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