American Black Currant

Ribes americanum, Grossulariaceae

Zones

2–7

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)Moderate (fruiting)High (seedling)

Soil pH

5.5 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Creeping Oregon GrapeMahonia repens

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Narrowleaf Mountain MintPycnanthemum tenuifolium

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Mountain SnowberrySymphoricarpos oreophilus

Pollinator SharingWind Protection

American ElderberrySambucus canadensis

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Red-flowering CurrantRibes sanguineum

American black currant and red-flowering currant compete for similar resources and may hybridize, potentially reducing genetic integrity

Wax CurrantRibes cereum

Related currants compete for similar soil moisture and nutrient resources when in proximity

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionWildlife HabitatUnderstory Food ForestRiparian Buffer

Edible Parts

BerriesLeaves

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Cold RemedyDigestive Tea

Common Questions

What zones does American Black Currant grow in?

American Black Currant grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 7.

What are good companion plants for American Black Currant?

Good companions for American Black Currant include Creeping Oregon Grape, Narrowleaf Mountain Mint, Mountain Snowberry, American Elderberry.

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