Overview
Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ribes, part of the Grossulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Ribes genus, known for its bushy habit. Like other Ribes, it produces small tubular or bell-shaped flowers in spring or summer, followed by juicy berries. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained soils including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, and tolerates a range of soil pH from acid to alkaline. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can be grown in both exposed and sheltered locations. Suitable for cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and is best propagated by hardwood cuttings in winter.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ribes
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum'
- Propagation
- Propagate by hardwood cuttings in winter
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to leaf spot, powdery mildews, honey fungus and coral spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum'?
Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' need?
Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' hardy in the UK?
Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum' 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 nigrum 'Laciniatum'?
Propagate by hardwood cuttings in winter.
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