King Edward VII Red Flowering Currant

Carried by 17 nurseries

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

King Edward VII Red Flowering Currant (Ribes sanguineum 'King Edward VII') is a deciduous shrub in the Grossulariaceae, or currant family. It is found in forest or chaparral throughout California and elsewhere in the western United States and Canada.

This plant’s deep-pink flower tassels in early spring provide a vivid splash of color against bare branches. The round, deep green leaves that unfold later contrast nicely with other natives such as Iris, Ceanothus and ferns. This vigorous plant is one of the easiest red currants to grow in warmer parts of California.

The flowers provide nectar for bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. The deep purple fruits are eaten by birds.

Plant overview

Plant type

Shrub

Form

Upright

Growth rate

Moderate, Fast

Color

Red, White

Flowering season

Spring, Winter

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Summer irrigation

Low

Wildlife supported

Hummingbirds

Bats

Birds

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Alternative names

Common names:

King Edward VII Red Flowering Currant

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Additional references for this page:

Calflora. "Ribes sanguineum Pursh." Calflora: Information on California plants for education, research and conservation, 2025, https://www.calflora.org/app/taxon?crn=7141. Accessed 30 May 2025.

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