Overview
Ribes 'Junifer' is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Ribes, part of the Grossulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ribes 'Junifer' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include edible fruit, ornamental shrub and hedging.
About
Ribes 'Junifer' is a bushy, deciduous cultivar of the Ribes genus, which comprises around 200 species of flowering plants native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained, neutral loam soils. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for use as an ornamental shrub, hedging, or for its edible fruit. Propagation is typically achieved through hardwood cuttings taken in winter.
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 'Junifer' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Edible fruit, Ornamental shrub, Hedging
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ribes 'Junifer'
- Propagation
- Hardwood cuttings in winter
- Pest resistance
- Gooseberry sawfly, Birds, Squirrels
- Disease resistance
- Gooseberry mildew, Gooseberry leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ribes 'Junifer'?
Ribes 'Junifer' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ribes 'Junifer' need?
Ribes 'Junifer' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ribes 'Junifer' hardy in the UK?
Ribes 'Junifer' 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 'Junifer'?
Hardwood cuttings in winter.
