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Ribes viburnifolium 'Spooner's Mesa' - San Diego Evergreen Currant

Market price from $4.20 to $6.25

Ribes viburnifolium 'Spooner's Mesa' is more than just an evergreen shrub—it's an enchanting sensory experience. Specially tailored for garden enthusiasts and novice green thumbs alike, the Spooner's Mesa, also charmingly known as the San Diego Evergreen Currant, is a hardy addition to any landscape. Editable at a manageable size between 3 to 6 feet, this plant thrives with a striking kaleidoscope of seasonal features. It boasts glossy, dark green leaves all year round, contrasted by pinkish-white tubular flowers that bloom in winter, and ornamental red berries come summer. Notable for its drought-resistance, this shrub shines in any garden situating, requiring only partial to full shade and well-drained soil conditions. Further elevating its appeal, an intriguing clove-like aroma emanates from the bush, effectively doubling as a charming deer deterrent. The San Diego Evergreen Currant is an emblem of low-maintenance landscaping, mixing an array of visual delights with a remarkable rugged resilience. Let Spooner's Mesa be your trusted landscape companion, delivering multifaceted beauty across the seasons, effortlessly.

  • Size: 3-6 feet tall
  • Flowers: Pinkish-white tubular flowers in winter, ornamental red berries in summer
  • Foliage: Glossy, dark green leaves
  • Water usage: Drought-tolerant
  • Sun exposure: Partial to full shade
  • Additional feature: Clove-like aroma and deer resistant
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