Ribes americanum

Wild Black Currant (Ribes americanum) is a deciduous shrub that typically grows 3-6 feet tall and spreads by suckers to form colonies. It thrives in a variety of light conditions, from full sun to part shade and even full shade. Wild Black Currant prefers moist soils but can tolerate a range of soil types, provided they are not excessively dry. This plant is well-suited to woodland edges, stream banks, and moist prairies, making it a versatile addition to native plant gardens. Its growth habit is upright and bushy, and it produces clusters of small, edible black berries in summer.

Native range

Northern United States & CanadaNative here

Garden location

Southwest Sidewalk Bed