Water
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Also known as Maple-Leaved Black Currant · Maple-Leaved Currant · Mapleleaf Currant
Maple currant (Ribes acerifolium) is a deciduous shrub native to western North America, featuring lobed leaves and inconspicuous flowers followed by small, edible berries
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial shade to full sun
50% intensity
Tolerates full sun, but performs best with some afternoon shade in hotter climates.
Consistent moisture
50% intensity
Prefers soil that is consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cold hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates cold winters and moderate summer temperatures.
Moderate
50% intensity
Benefits from balanced fertilization in spring.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Thin out crowded stems to improve air circulation and fruit production.
Aim to maintain an open, healthy structure.
Propagate from softwood cuttings taken in early summer or from semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer. Rooting hormone can improve success rates. Seeds can be sown in autumn or after a period of cold stratification.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in early spring. Mature plants may need repotting less frequently, perhaps every 3-4 years.
Use a well-draining potting mix and ensure the new pot offers adequate space for root growth.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Maple Currant (Ribes acerifolium)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Saxifragales |
| Family | Grossulariaceae |
| Genus | Ribes |
| Species | Ribes acerifolium |
Similar in genus Ribes
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
