Overview
Ribes sardoum is a bushy shrubs in the genus Ribes, part of the Grossulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ribes sardoum 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 sardoum, commonly called Sardinian currant, is a species of plant in the gooseberry family. It is endemic to Italy, found only on the island of Sardinia.
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 sardoum 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 sardoum
- 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 sardoum?
Ribes sardoum prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ribes sardoum need?
Ribes sardoum grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ribes sardoum hardy in the UK?
Ribes sardoum 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 sardoum?
Hardwood cuttings.
More in the Ribes genus
- Ribesgooseberry
- Ribes ciliatum
- Ribes fasciculatum
- Ribes indecorumwhite-flowered currant
- Ribes menziesiicanyon gooseberry
- Ribes nigrum 'Barchatnaja' (B)
- Ribes nigrum 'Hystawneznaya' (B)
- Ribes nigrum 'Laciniatum'