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Flowering currant - Ribes sanguineum Pulborough Scarlet
  • Flowering currant - Ribes sanguineum Pulborough Scarlet
  • Flowering currant - Ribes sanguineum Pulborough Scarlet
  • Flowering currant - Ribes sanguineum Pulborough Scarlet

Flowering currant - Ribes sanguineum Pulborough Scarlet

Ribes sanguineum Pulborough Scarlet

The Flowering currant ‘Pulborough Scarlet’ is an ornamental shrub with striking scarlet-red spring flowers, ideal for shrub borders, flowering hedges and gardens seeking colour and vitality from late winter onwards.

Description

Height at maturity 2,50 m
Spread at maturity 1,50 m
Exposure sun
Flowering period april-may
Hardiness -25°C
Origin North America (West)

Flowering currant ‘Pulborough Scarlet’ – Ribes sanguineum ‘Pulborough Scarlet’

Main interest

The Flowering currant ‘Pulborough Scarlet’ is a spring-flowering ornamental shrub valued for its abundant, vivid scarlet-red flower clusters. Blooming early in the season, often before the foliage is fully developed, it brings colour and life to the garden at a time when few shrubs are in flower.
This cultivar also offers a naturally balanced, airy habit and reliable growth. Thanks to its excellent hardiness, moderate maintenance requirements and adaptability, it suits a wide range of garden styles. It performs particularly well in flowering hedges, mixed shrub borders, woodland edges or as a standalone specimen.

Origins and characteristics

Geographical origin :

Ribes sanguineum originates from western North America, where it grows in open landscapes and light woodland areas.

Botanical family :

Grossulariaceae

Notable features :

The cultivar ‘Pulborough Scarlet’ is distinguished by its exceptionally intense red flowering, deeper and more striking than many other selections.

Description and features

Mature height :

Approximately 2 to 2.5 m.

Mature width :

Approximately 1.5 to 2 m.

Habit :

Bushy and slightly spreading, with gracefully arching branches.

Bark :

Young branches are light brown to greyish, contributing to the shrub’s structure.

Foliage :

Deciduous, with lobed green leaves appearing shortly after flowering.

Growth rate :

Moderate to fairly fast.

Hardiness :

Very hardy, down to –25 °C.

Flowering and fruiting

Flowering period :

April – May.

Flower description :

Flowers are borne in long, pendulous clusters, displaying a rich scarlet-red colour that stands out clearly in the landscape.

Fruits :

Small dark berries may follow, mainly of interest to birds.

Wildlife attraction :

Highly attractive to early pollinators, including bees and bumblebees.

Exposure and soil

Ideal exposure :

Full sun to partial shade.

Suitable soil :

Well-drained, fertile soil that remains moderately moist.

Planting

Soil preparation :

Loosen the soil deeply and enrich with organic matter.

Plant spacing :

Allow 1.5 to 2 m between plants.

Soil type :

Neutral to slightly acidic, fresh, well-drained.

Planting method :

Set the root ball level with the soil surface, backfill carefully and water thoroughly.

Watering

Water needs at planting :

Regular watering during establishment.

Water needs at maturity :

Moderate, avoiding prolonged drought.

Pruning

When and how to prune :

Prune after flowering, removing spent flowering shoots and lightly thinning the shrub.

Propagation

Possible propagation methods :

Propagation by semi-hardwood or hardwood cuttings.

Garden use

Ideal position :

Flowering hedges, shrub borders, woodland gardens or as a specimen shrub.

Recommended plant combinations :

Pairs well with Forsythia, Viburnum, Magnolia and Amelanchier.

Traditional uses :

Primarily used as an ornamental flowering shrub.

Protection against pests and diseases

Possible sensitivities :

Generally healthy, occasionally susceptible to powdery mildew.

Prevention and natural treatments :

Ensure good air circulation and balanced soil conditions.

Tips for healthy growth

Practical advice :

Maintain fresh soil, prune annually after flowering and avoid excessive dryness.

Cultivar-specific differences

Pulborough Scarlet’ is valued for its deep red, generous flowering and elegant growth habit.

Caractéristiques

  • Common name : Flowering currant 'Pulborough Scarlet'-redflower currant, or red-flowering currant
  • Family : Grossulariaceae
  • Category : shrub
  • Spread : 1,50 m
  • Foliage : deciduous
  • Color of flowers : red
  • Use : isolated, shruberry, flowering hedge
  • Soil : rich and well-drained
  • Habit : bushy
  • Earth to use : universal potting soil/garden soil/compost
  • Enemies : aphid
  • Possible diseases : armillaria - coral disease - powdery mildew - root rot - leaf spots

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