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Ribes laurifolium
Lovely shrub, often found in older gardens. Low growing branches are covered with evergreen glossy oval leaves which are mid-green. In winter and spring the branches have clusters of green-yellow flowers. These can be followed by edible black berries. Thin out older flowering stems occasionally, as it will flower on one year old wood. Very hardy, needs well drained soil, will tolerate shade. Very hardy if sheltered from wind.
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Genus
Ribes
Species
laurifolium
Cultivar
Common name
Flowering current
Family name
Grossulariaceae
Place of origin
China
DETAILS
Height
1.5 m
Width
1.5 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Soil must be well drained / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Grows in sun or shade / Prefers a sheltered site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.
Enthusiast / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Small, height between 1 and 1.5 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 3.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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