King Edward VII Winter Currant will grow to be about 8 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 7 feet. It tends to be a little leggy, with a typical clearance of 1 foot from the ground, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.
This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution. This is a selection of a native North American species.
Details
Botanical Name
Ribes sanguineum 'King Edward VII'
Common Name
King Edward VII Winter Currant
Hardiness Zone
- 6
Appearance
Max Height
7 Feet
Max Spread
7 Feet
Plant Form
- Round
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
- Yellow
Flower Colour
- Ruby
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
In Mid Spring
Moisture
Average To Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun To Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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