Overview
Ribes 'Rovada' is a shrub in the genus Ribes, part of the Grossulariaceae family. Ribes 'Rovada' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and fertile soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include edible fruit, garden shrub and hedging.
About
Ribes 'Rovada' (Rovada Currant) is a shrub cultivar within the genus Ribes, which comprises around 200 species of flowering plants native mainly to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers fertile, well-drained soil that remains moist, tolerating a range of pH levels from acidic to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for use as an edible fruit plant, garden shrub, or hedging. Cultivation involves mulching and regular watering during dry spells, with pruning recommended in late winter or early spring to promote new growth.
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, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained, fertile
- Soil pH
- acidic, neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Ribes 'Rovada' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- shrub
- Suggested uses
- edible fruit, garden shrub, hedging
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ribes 'Rovada'
- Cultivation
- Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; benefits from mulching and regular watering during dry periods.
- Pruning
- Prune in late winter or early spring to remove old wood and encourage new growth.
- Propagation
- propagated by hardwood cuttings or layering
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Ribes 'Rovada'?
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; benefits from mulching and regular watering during dry periods.
Where is the best place to plant Ribes 'Rovada'?
Ribes 'Rovada' prefers full sun and partial shade.
What soil does Ribes 'Rovada' need?
Ribes 'Rovada' grows best in well-drained and fertile soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Ribes 'Rovada'?
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove old wood and encourage new growth.
Is Ribes 'Rovada' hardy in the UK?
Ribes 'Rovada' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Ribes 'Rovada'?
Propagated by hardwood cuttings or layering.
