Alpine currant

Alpine currant should be watered on a regular basis, as it enjoys moist soil. Water it deeply and thoroughly once a week during its active growing season, usually early spring through late summer. Soak the soil around the base of the plant, making sure the entire root system is moist. During the winter, reduce watering to once every 2 weeks or less. Be sure to adjust your watering frequency if there has been a period of excessive rainfall.

Alpine currant (Ribes alpinum) needs a moderate amount of sunlight each day, ideally 2-4 hours of direct sunlight for optimal growth. The best time of day to provide sunlight is during the morning hours, when the sunlight is the softest and has the least potential to scorch or burn delicate leaves and stems. Furthermore, Alpine currant is tolerant of partial shade, so it can be grown successfully in areas where full sun all day is not possible.

Alpine currant (Ribes alpinum) may be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Prune out any dead, broken or diseased branches with clean, sterilized pruning tools. Remove up to 1-third of the older, woody branches to encourage new growth. If the plant is overgrown, it can be pruned down to 1-2 feet from the ground. This will encourage a more dense growth habit. Follow up with regular deadheading of spent flowers and prune as needed to maintain desired shape.