Ribes viburnifolium
Evergreen Currant, Catalina Perfume
Description
The evergreen currant is a fragrant evergreen shrub that grows 3-6 ft. tall and 6-10 ft. wide. It has red stems and small rose-colored flowers with red berries between February and April. This shrub tolerates moist conditions and needs partial shade inla
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Red
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Foundation
Special Uses
Erosion Control, Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.