Ribes alpinum 'Schmidt'

Europe.

Alpine currant 'Schmidt' is an upright, dense and branched shrub. It usually reaches a height of 1 - 2.5 m and is approx. 1 - 2 m wide. Slow-growing.

The deciduous leaves of the Alpine currant 'Schmidt' are medium green, roundish, lobed. They are about 3 - 5 cm in size. Alpine currant 'Schmidt' turns bright yellow in autumn. Long lasting.

Dark brown, flaking bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The yellow-green flowers of Alpine currant 'Schmidt' appear in clusters from April to May. These grow to about 3 - 6 cm in size.

Ribes alpinum 'Schmidt' is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms finely branched roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to shady position.

The Alpine currant 'Schmidt' has good frost hardiness.

No special requirements.

Solitary, group planting, landscape, natural garden, hedge, green border, bird food plant

The plant has a medium water requirement.

- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.
- Watering less frequently, but thoroughly and thoroughly, encourages the plant roots to penetrate deeper into the soil. This enables the plant to survive dry periods better.

This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).