The bright blossoms of Ribes sanguineum are a sign that  spring has arrived.  The red flowering currant has rosy red blossom clusters that cover a mature shrub in the spring, creating quite a show.  Most of the spring colors are pastels, soft daffodil yellows, light cherry pinks, but this plant is bright and beautiful.  Almost a summer color.  The name Ribes means ‘acid tasting’ referring … Continue reading Red Flowering Currant