Ribes americanum (American Black Currant) Shrub/Tree Zell (Own work) [GFDL (http://www

Zell (Own work) [GFDL (http://www

It has showy white flowers in the spring

Height 6'-8'

It is cultivated and planted for its attractive spring white flowers and its ornamental seed capsules (Bladdernut) that can hang on well into late fall and early winter

and dunes along Lake Michigan

Ribes americanum (American Black Currant) Shrub/Tree Zell (Own work) [GFDL (http://wwwRibes americanum (American Black Currant) is a native plant of woodlands, shaded streams, and a host of wetland and swamp edges. Its flowers are not particularly striking, but it is an important wildlife food source for many mammals and birds. It spreads through underground roots so it can form small thickets. Sun Exposure Prairie Savanna Soil Conditions Mesic, Dry Mesic Height 3 5' Flower Color cream green Flower Time June, July, August Frequently