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This is a short, deciduous shrub that grows 3 to 6 feet in height. Its fragrant, yellow flowers bloom from April to May and produce berries that can be yellow, red, or purple when ripe. This plant is adaptable, tolerating drought, and typically growing in full sun to partial shade, in moist to dry soils. The fruit of Golden Currant attracts birds and mammals, while the flowers provide nectar to hummingbirds and pollinating insects.
May Attract
Golden Currant is thought to attract these families of birds
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