Ribes encompasses both deciduous and evergreen shrubs, which may occasionally have spines. The leaves are typically simple and often palmately lobed. In the spring or summer, these plants produce small tubular or bell-shaped flowers, either solitary or arranged in racemes. Following the flowering period, they develop juicy berries, some of which are edible.

Ribes

Ribes 'A'

Ribes 'Augustus'PBR

Ribes 'Ben Hope' is an upright blackcurrant variety that reaches a height of 1.5 meters. This late-season cultivar yields elongated clusters of medium-sized blackcurrants known for their flavor. The fruit ripens from late July to early August and is self-fertile, making it suitable for various culinary applications.

Ribes 'Ben Hope' (B)

Ribes 'Black Velvet' (D)

Ribes 'Blanchette'

Ribes 'Jochelbeere'

Ribes 'Kroma'

Ribes 'Pink Perfection'

Ribes 'Redwing' (R)

Ribes 'Rex'

Ribes 'Rexrot'

Ribes 'Roodneus'PBR

Ribes 'Worcesterberry' (C)

Ribes 1505/26

Ribes 1505/28

Ribes acuminatum

Ribes aff. griffithiana

Ribes alpestre

Ribes alpinum is a low-growing, bushy shrub characterized by its twiggy structure and lobed leaves that emerge on spineless stems. In the spring, it bears clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers that are greenish-yellow in color, with male and female blooms found on different plants. The pollinated female flowers develop into dark red berries, measuring approximately 7mm in diameter.

Ribes alpinum

Ribes alpinum 'Aureum' is a compact, mound-forming deciduous shrub characterized by its vibrant yellow, lobed foliage, which lightens as summer progresses. In spring, it produces bell-shaped flowers that are greenish-yellow. This female cultivar bears dark red, round fruit in the fall.

Ribes alpinum 'Aureum'

Ribes alpinum 'Pumilum'

Ribes alpinum 'Schmidt'

Ribes amarum

Ribes ambiguum

Ribes americanum

Ribes americanum 'Variegatum' (v)

Ribes aureum 'Black Gem' is a robust, bushy deciduous shrub. In spring, it produces yellow flowers, which give way to elongated clusters of dark berries. The berries mature over several weeks in summer; harvest them when they are fully ripe and nearly drop from the plant.

Ribes aureum 'Black Gem'

Ribes aureum 'Chrysococcum'

Ribes aureum Pursh

Ribes aureum Pursh. subsp. gracillimum

Ribes aureum ambig.

Ribes bracteosum is a deciduous shrub that can reach heights of approximately 3 meters and is characterized by its thornless stems. The foliage consists of palmate leaves that are deeply lobed and emit an off-putting scent when crushed. In late spring, the plant produces elongated clusters of greenish-yellow flowers, which can grow up to 30 centimeters in length. These flowers are succeeded by small, round black berries that feature a light, powdery coating.

Ribes bracteosum

Ribes burejense

Ribes burejense 'Pumilum'

Ribes californicum

Ribes californicum var. hesperium

Ribes cereum

Ribes chuckleberry (F)

Ribes ciliatum

Ribes curvatum

Ribes cynosbatii

Ribes cynosum

Ribes davidii

Ribes diacanthum

Ribes dikuscha

Ribes divaricatum

Ribes divaricatum var. montanum

Ribes fasciculatum

Ribes fasciculatum var. chinense

Ribes fragrans Pall.

Ribes gayanum

Ribes giraldii

Ribes glaciale

Ribes glandulosum

Ribes glandulosum 'Dart's Coverboy'

Ribes griffithii is a robust, deciduous shrub or small tree that typically reaches heights of about 2.5 meters. Its leaves are lobed and serrated. From May to June, it produces drooping flowers in a yellowish-red hue, which are succeeded by vivid red fruit in August.

Ribes griffithii

Ribes grossularioides

Ribes henryi

Ribes himalense

Ribes himalense var. verruculosum

Ribes hirtellum

Ribes howellii

Ribes hudsonianum

Ribes idaeus 'Autumn Treasure'

Ribes indecorum

Ribes inebrians

Ribes irriguum

Ribes japonicum

Ribes komarovii

Ribes lacustre

Ribes latifolium

Ribes latifolium 'Sterile'

Ribes laurifolium is a spreading, dioecious evergreen shrub characterized by its leathery, oblong leaves. In late winter and early spring, it produces yellow-green flowers that hang in racemes. Female plants yield red fruits that mature to black.

Ribes laurifolium

Ribes laurifolium 'Mrs Amy Doncaster' is a sprawling evergreen shrub characterized by its dark green, leathery foliage. During late winter and early spring, it produces fragrant, yellow-green flowers that hang in clusters, offering an essential food source for pollinators at the start of the season. This species features distinct male and female flowers on separate plants, necessitating the presence of multiple specimens for fruit production. The female plants yield red berries that eventually mature to a black hue.

Ribes laurifolium 'Mrs Amy Doncaster'

Ribes laurifolium 'Veronica Cross'

Ribes laurifolium (f)

Ribes laurifolium (m)

Ribes laurifolium Rosemoor form is a small, evergreen shrub characterized by its dark green, leathery foliage. During late winter and early spring, it produces yellow-green flowers that hang in racemes, offering an important early food source for pollinators. Following the flowering period, red berries develop and eventually mature to a black hue.

Ribes laurifolium Rosemoor form

Ribes leptanthum

Ribes lobbii

Ribes longeracemosum

Ribes macabeanum

Ribes magellanicum

Ribes malvaceum

Ribes malvifolium

Ribes mandshuricum

Ribes maximowiczii

Ribes menziesii

Ribes menziesii var. leptosmum

Ribes moupinense var. laxiflorum

Ribes multiflorum

Ribes multiflorum subsp. multiflorum

Ribes nevadense

Ribes nigra SCRI C2/15/40

Ribes nigrum 'Amos Black' (B)

Ribes nigrum 'Baldwin' is a deciduous shrub known for its ability to yield a substantial harvest of medium to large blackcurrants from mid to late season. The fruit is rich in vitamin C and offers a tart flavor profile, making it suitable for culinary uses such as baking, preserves, and beverages.

Ribes nigrum 'Baldwin' (B)

Ribes nigrum 'Barchatnaja' (B)

Ribes nigrum 'Ben Alder' is a robust, upright shrub known for its late-season production of small to medium-sized blackcurrants. These fruits are especially well-suited for making juice and wine, but they can also be used in desserts and preserves. The plant blooms late, reducing the risk of frost damage in spring. Blackcurrants are self-pollinating and produce clusters of inconspicuous yellow-green flowers during the spring. This variety demonstrates strong resistance to mildew.