Golden Currant

This flower grows on a bushy shrub, 3-6 feet in size. The flower has a long tube shape that opens into a five petal flower with a red ring in the center. The end of summer brings yellow, red or black berries.
The leaves are lightish green, mostly three-lobed, maple-like leaves. The flowers have a sweet scent and can turn orangish or violet with age.
Wildflower Details
| Scientific Name: | Ribes aureum |
| Native: | Yes |
| Growing Season: | Spring |
| Soil Type: | Sunny areas near water |
| Other Names: | Buffalo Currant, Clove Currant and Missouri Currant |
| Family: | Currant |




