Evergreen Currant (Ribes viburnifolium)

Family: Grossulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Ribes viburnifolium is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower in April. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - raw or cooked. The fruit is about 8mm in diameter. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; The fruit is about 8mm in diameter.

Habitat & North American Range

Amongst shrubs and in canyons. (Zone 8)