Overview
Ribes nigrum 'Polares'PBR is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ribes, part of the Grossulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ribes nigrum 'Polares'PBR 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 'Polares' PBR is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the genus Ribes, which includes both deciduous and evergreen shrubs often with simple, palmately lobed leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. It is hardy in the UK (H6) and suitable for cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens. Flowering occurs in spring or summer, followed by the development of juicy berries, and propagation is typically done 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 'Polares'PBR 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 'Polares'PBR
- 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 'Polares'PBR?
Ribes nigrum 'Polares'PBR prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ribes nigrum 'Polares'PBR need?
Ribes nigrum 'Polares'PBR 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 'Polares'PBR hardy in the UK?
Ribes nigrum 'Polares'PBR 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 'Polares'PBR?
Propagate by hardwood cuttings in winter.
More in the Ribes genus
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- Ribes fasciculatum
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- Ribes nigrum 'Hystawneznaya' (B)
- Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum'