How to Grow Ribes
Position – Full sun
Soil – Well-drained
Flowering Period –Spring
Hardiness – Fully Hardy
Where to plant Ribes
Ribes are best planted in a well-drained soil of chalk, clay, sand or loam within an acidic, alkaline or neutral PH balance. They are best positioned in an area of full sun. Ribes are well suited to flower beds and borders within courtyard, cottage or informal garden settings.
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How to plant Ribes
At the time of planting, amend the planting area with garden compost and mix in well. Dig a hole that is as deep and as wide as the root ball and gently lower your plant into place. Backfill the planting area and water thoroughly to settle the soil.
How to care for Ribes
Water regularly until they are better established. In spring, apply a mulch consisting of manure or compost to retain adequate moisture levels whilst providing additional nutrients. Ribes don’t require pruning unless it is to remove old, dead or damaged wood. Deadhead spent flowers and cut back to fresh new growth.
How to propagate Ribes
It is possible to propagate Ribes by hardwood cuttings in winter.
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