Size
Up to 2.5 m in 10 years, if allowed. Flowering currant responds well to pruning and can be kept at the height and spread you required
Other options for early spring colour
Magnolia – Bowl like flower form, in range from white to deep pink
Magnolia Stellata – Bright white star shaped flowers
Forsythia – bright yellow small flowers
Camellia Japonica – various from white to deep red, early spring on evergreen
Growing Conditions
A very tolerant plant that will thrive in most situations apart from constant deep shade. Plant in those awkward areas where you want something to fill the space.
Effort to Grow
Medium effort – Easy to grow and tolerant of most situations, once established requires trimming annually to keep under control.
Why plant this tree in your garden?
A striking early flowering (March/ April) large shrub or small tree.
Beautiful bright pink clusters of flowers in early spring. Leaf is similar to the currant bush. The scent of the flowers, close too and when cut is very off-putting hence the common name of ‘cat pee bush’
Grow for the bright flowers and to screen parts of the garden. Like Forsythia multiple plants together can make an effective informal hedge.
What to look out for when planting and in the first 2 years
Keep well watered in the first couple of years.
What to look out for when the tree is established (2 years or more after planting or if you inherit it)
Can be attacked by aphids, but generally very hardy. Prune after flowering to keep the shape you require.
