A good reliable easy-to-grow shrub suitable for most places. Quick growing and very showy it is understandably popular. Hanging clusters of bright red flowers are borne from March to May on almost bare branches. Deciduous. Height and spread 2m (6ft)
Common NameWinter Currant
Approx Height (10 yrs.)30-60 cm (12-24")
Soil TypeAll
Soil pHAll
AspectSun
HardinessHardy
Flowering TimeSpring
Evergreen/DeciduousDeciduous
Flower ColourRed
FragranceFragrant
Plant TypeShrubs