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Ribes sang. 'Amore' (Pbr) / Struik / 3L
Ribes sanguineum 'Amore'
Confirmed format: 3 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Strong vanilla-scented red, pink and rose spring flowers
- Compact, upright, rounded and bushy deciduous habit
- Attractive autumn foliage with yellow tones
- Produces ornamental berries for seasonal interest
- Supports pollinators and wildlife in the garden
Overview
Ribes sanguineum 'Amore' is a charming and compact deciduous shrub prized for its vibrant red, pink, and rose flowers that emerge with a strong vanilla scent in spring. Reaching a mature height and spread of 150 cm and 100 cm respectively, this upright and bushy plant brings wonderful seasonal colour and wildlife value to the garden. As spring transitions, the green foliage provides a lovely backdrop before turning cheerful shades of yellow in autumn, followed by attractive berries. Perfectly suited for borders, containers, low hedging, and small gardens, it thrives in a variety of soils and offers a remarkably easy-care addition to outdoor spaces.
Why We Love It
- Vibrant spring flowers in shades of red, pink and rose fill the air with a strong vanilla fragrance.
- Compact, bushy habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens, patios and containers.
- Pollinator-friendly blooms attract beneficial wildlife to the garden during spring.
- Delightful yellow autumn foliage and decorative berries extend seasonal interest.
- Very easy to care for and highly tolerant of diverse growing conditions including coastal sites.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Ribes sanguineum 'Amore' |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Foliage Persistence | Deciduous |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Flower Colour | Red, pink, rose and multicolour |
| Flowering Season | March, April and May |
| Fragrance Level | Strong |
| Foliage Colour | Green |
| Autumn Colour | Yellow |
| Growth Habit | Upright, rounded, bushy and compact |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Mature Height | 150 cm |
| Mature Spread | 100 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 ( hardy down to -25C ) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Grow in full sun, sun and part shade, or partial shade. Suitable for south-facing, west-facing, east-facing or north-facing aspects in sheltered, exposed, or urban environments. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Thrives in clay, loam, sand and chalk soil textures with any soil pH, provided the drainage is free-draining or well-drained. |
| Watering | Has a moderate water need, keeping soil moisture levels at average or moist. |
| Pruning | Prune in May to June following Pruning Group 2 guidelines. |
Perfect For
- Garden borders
- Prio containers and small gardens
- Low hedging and screening
- Cottage and wildlife gardens
- Balconies and coastal locations
Good to Know
- Provides wonderful pollinator support when in bloom during spring.
- Demonstrates strong coastal tolerance and high frost hardiness.
- Features lovely berry interest later in the season.
Product Information
| Supplied Format | 3 litre pot |
|---|---|
| Care Level | Easy |
| Support Requirement | None |
| Winter Protection | None required |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- shrub
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