Description | Covered in drooping racemes of showy bright pink flowers, red flowering currant is a hummingbird favorite in early spring. Edible (if not tasty) fruit follow the flowers in late summer, providing food for other birds and wildlife. |
Plant Type | Deciduous shrub. |
Flower Color | Pink and white. |
Bloom Period | Early spring. |
Height at Maturity | 3-13' |
Plant Spacing | 5-10' |
Light Requirements | Full sun to part shade. |
Moisture Needs | Drought tolerant once established. |
Soil Type |
Well drained. |