Unpack bare roots or rhizomes on arrival and plant them within a week. Until then, keep them somewhere cool and ensure the roots remain slightly moist, never wet.
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Ribes
'King Edward VII'
flowering currant
Ribes 'King Edward VII' is one of those shrubs that doesn’t believe in subtle entrances. In early spring, while many plants are still stretching themselves awake, this flowering currant bursts into life with long, pendulous racemes of rich, velvety red blossoms. Their colour has a depth that stands out against the brightening greens of the season, and the lightly aromatic, lobed foliage adds an extra layer of interest. As the flowers fade, they give way to dark berries lightly dusted with a white bloom, providing both visual variety and a useful snack for passing wildlife. Growing to around 2m tall, Ribes 'King Edward VII' has the presence to anchor a mixed border or make a strong statement as a standalone shrub.
Beyond the spectacle of its spring display, Ribes 'King Edward VII' is remarkably accommodating. The clusters of deep red flowers draw attention from across the garden, yet up close you notice the finer details—the delicate structure of each bloom, the textured leaves, and the slightly resinous scent released when brushed. Ribes 'King Edward VII' is not just about a single seasonal flourish but about weaving together colour, form, and fragrance in a way that brings cohesion to planting schemes. This flowering currant is a shrub with undeniable charm and substance, rewarding attention year after year.
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Remove the packaging straight away, check the compost and water thoroughly if dry. Check the plant’s hardiness before placing it outdoors. Plant into a border or permanent container within a month, choosing the position recommended for the variety. Keep the top of the root ball level with the surrounding soil, firm gently and water well.
Soak the roots in water for three to six hours immediately before planting. Keep any crown, buds or emerging shoots above the water where possible.
Pot most bare roots into 15–20cm pots filled with peat-free multipurpose compost. Large or depth-sensitive roots, including peonies, are often best planted directly into borders.
Arrange the roots naturally without bending them. Cover the roots completely, positioning the crown and buds at the depth recommended for that particular perennial.
Keep pots in a sheltered outdoor position and water whenever the compost begins to dry. Grow on until roots hold the compost together when lifted from the pot.
Plant into a suitable border or permanent container once well rooted. Add a label and water regularly throughout the first growing season while the perennial establishes.
- Botanical name
- Ribes sanguineum 'King Edward VII'
- Flower colour
- Pink, red
- Established height
- 1.5-2.5m
- Established spread
- 1-1.5m
- Growing skill
- Easy to grow
- Habit
-
Clump-forming
Upright - Hardiness
- Fully hardy
- Leaf colour
- Green
- Mouse resistant
- Yes
- Plant size
- 1
- Plant spacing
- 6 plants per m2
- Pollinator friendly
- Yes
- Position
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Sheltered
Exposed - Rabbit resistant
- Yes
- RHS Award (AGM)
- No
- Scented
- Yes
- Soil acidity
- Any
- Soil moisture
- Free draining
- Soil type
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Clay
Loam
Multipurpose compost - Suitable for
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Pots
Large containers
Borders
Gravel gardens
Wildlife gardens
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens - Sunlight
-
Full sun
Partial shade
Dappled shade - Toxicity
- No report
- Years to establish
- 1-2 years
Perfect for pots
Fragrant
Thrives in full sun
Perennial
Fully hardy
Packed peat-free
Drought tolerant
Low maintenance
Attracts wildlife
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