Ribes sanguineum Pulborough Scarlet 3 Litre Pot

Ribes sanguineum ‘Pulborough Scarlet’ – Deciduous Shrub with Vibrant Red Flowers

Ribes sanguineum ‘Pulborough Scarlet’, commonly known as flowering currant, is a deciduous shrub prized for its profuse clusters of brilliant scarlet-red flowers in early spring. Its vibrant blooms appear before the foliage, providing early-season colour and interest in borders, cottage gardens, or wildlife-friendly landscapes.

The soft green foliage that follows complements the fiery spring display, while the plant’s medium, bushy habit makes it ideal for mixed shrub borders, hedging, or feature planting. Hardy, low-maintenance, and attractive to bees and other pollinators, ‘Pulborough Scarlet’ is a superb choice for adding colour, fragrance, and early-season garden life.

Key Features

• Brilliant Red Flowers: Clusters bloom in early spring before the leaves

• Deciduous Structure: Medium, bushy habit provides shape and seasonal interest

• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and other beneficial insects

• Low Maintenance: Hardy and easy to grow in most soils

• Versatile Planting: Suitable for borders, hedges, or specimen planting

Ideal For

• Early-season colour in mixed borders

• Cottage and informal garden schemes

• Wildlife-friendly planting to attract pollinators

• Feature shrub or hedging in medium to large gardens

Growing Conditions

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK

• Care: Minimal – prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape

Ribes sanguineum Pulborough Scarlet 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.