Ribes viburnifolium - Catalina Currant

Market price from $4.20 to $10.75

Ribes viburnifolium is better known as the Catalina Currant, a robust evergreen shrub native to California's coastal regions, capturing the essence of its rugged home in its stunning aesthetics and vibrant resilience. Reaching an impressive stature of 6-8 feet, this natural wonder paints a captivating scene with glossy, leathery leaves of rich green and elegant, pinkish-red flowers. With a knack for stealing the show in late winter and early spring, these petite blooms are accompanied by tiny, intricate berries, adding depth to its visual charm. A master of survival, the Catalina Currant is notably tolerant of droughts, requiring minimal water once settled in and proving a splendid addition to any xeriscape. Its fragrance is a treat for the senses, bewitching the evening air with an aromatic allure. The wealth of features go beyond mere aesthetics - it bears the seal of nature’s approval, courting interest from butterflies and hummingbirds. Welcome the Catalina Currant into your garden and be rewarded with a striking symbol of nature's toughness blended with timeless beauty, all year round.