The currant bush (genus Ribes ) is a versatile deciduous shrub valued for its tart, nutrient-dense berries and ornamental beauty. Native to temperate regions across the Northern Hemisphere and parts of the Andes, these hardy plants have been cultivated for centuries. Unlike their close relatives, gooseberries, most currant species are thornless and produce fruit in grape-like clusters known as "strigs". Major Species and Varieties
There are approximately 150 to 200 species within the Ribes genus, categorized by fruit color and ornamental use. GROWING berries CURRANT - Raintree Nursery
