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Golden currant (Ribes aureum) is a perennial shrub native to the western and central United States as well as parts of Canada, thriving in habitats ranging from Alberta to Wyoming. Golden currant (Latin: Ribes aureum) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Golden currant is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Golden currant is a member native to ABT, ARI, ARK, CAL, COL, and IDA. Golden currant thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-drained soils that are light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay) with a pH between 6 and 8.
Golden currant grows best in USDA zone 3-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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