Quick answer: Golden currant (Ribes aureum) is native to 3 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Dry, Moist |
| Soil | Moist to drier soils, high CaCO3 tolerance |
| Bloom | Apr-Jul |
| Height | Up to 10 ft |
| Wildlife value | Flowers attract hummingbirds/butterflies/bees; fruit for birds/bears/rodents |
Invasive / regulated
none; highly adaptable/drought tolerant
Buying it
Wild species
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (15 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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