Overview
Ribes indecorum is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ribes, part of the Grossulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ribes indecorum grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include shrub border, hedge and wildlife garden.
About
Ribes indecorum is a species of currant known by the common names white-flowered currant and white chaparral currant. It is native to the southern California Coast Ranges, Transverse Ranges, and Peninsular Ranges, from around Santa Barbara County in California south into northern Baja California.
About the genus
Ribes is a genus of approximately 200 known species of flowering plants, predominantly native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Ribes is the sole genus in the plant family Grossulariaceae. The genus includes species commonly referred to as redcurrants, blackcurrants, whitecurrants, and gooseberries.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ribes
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Ribes indecorum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Shrub border, hedge, wildlife garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ribes indecorum
- Propagation
- Hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, gall mites, gall midge
- Disease resistance
- Leaf spot, powdery mildew, rust diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ribes indecorum?
Ribes indecorum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ribes indecorum need?
Ribes indecorum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ribes indecorum hardy in the UK?
Ribes indecorum has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Ribes indecorum?
Hardwood cuttings.
