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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 150 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.

Native to: Arizona, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Western North America, Wyoming

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Introduced

Ribes cereumRibes cereum

Squaw Currant, Wax Currant, Waxy Currant

In Stock: 0.294 lb (Total:0.294lb)

Ribes cereum

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0.29 lb NV

Details

Germination:

95%

Germination test:

Purity:

80%

Seeds per lb:

203,457

Quantity:

0.29 lb

Collected in:

Nevada

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1831036

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Australia

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: cold stratify for 150 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Other: can be fall sown without stratification.

Native

Introduced

Discover the enchanting charm of Ribes cereum, commonly known as Wax Currant, a versatile shrub ideal for enhancing any garden or landscape. Native to the diverse terrains of western North America, this delightful plant thrives in mountain forests, foothill shrublands, and rocky slopes, making it a resilient choice for gardeners seeking hardy foliage. Wax Currant is a compact, mounded, deciduous shrub that grows 3-6 feet tall and wide, featuring beautiful light-green foliage that transitions to a vibrant yellow in the fall. The plant showcases clusters of bell-shaped flowers, ranging from light-pink to white, which attract pollinators like hummingbirds, bumblebees, and butterflies from April to June. Post-bloom, it bears bright-red, fuzzy fruits that are edible yet not renowned for their taste. Despite this, Wax Currant serves as a valuable food source for local wildlife. Its aroma pairs well with its aesthetic appeal, offering fragrant foliage and blooms. Suitable for USDA zones 5-8, it is drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and thrives in full sun to part shade. Perfect for bird and butterfly gardens, Ribes cereum ensures both ecological and visual value in your outdoor spaces.