Golden Currant

Ribes aureum

Photograph of golden currant branch with green leaves and red and yellow flowers

Description

The Golden Currant is native to the Los Angeles basin, and is an important plant for Cooper and Anglewing butterflies. You'll also find that hummingbirds and pollinators love the red and yellow flowers. Berries appear in the summer that are eaten by songbirds.

Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure: Sun
Water Needs: Low
Soil Type: Any

Size

Typically grows to 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide.