Alpine Currant

Ribes alpinum, Grossulariaceae

Zones

2–7

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Prairie TurnipPsoralea esculenta

Nitrogen FixationNutrient Accumulation

Rose CloverTrifolium hirtum

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Beach StrawberryFragaria chiloensis

Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Roundleaf BuffaloberryShepherdia rotundifolia

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Purple VetchVicia benghalensis

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Russian MilkvetchAstragalus falcatus

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Northern Red CurrantRibes triste

Currant species are susceptible to shared diseases like white pine blister rust and aphid pests

Uses

Functions

Erosion ControlEarly Pollen SourceWildlife HabitatCold Climate Fruit

Edible Parts

BerriesYoung Leaves

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidVitamin C

Common Questions

What zones does Alpine Currant grow in?

Alpine Currant grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 7.

What are good companion plants for Alpine Currant?

Good companions for Alpine Currant include Prairie Turnip, Rose Clover, Beach Strawberry, Roundleaf Buffaloberry, Purple Vetch.

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