Blackcurrant plants are deciduous shrubs known for their extremely flavourful and nutritious berries. Clusters of small, bell-shaped flowers in early spring are followed by glossy, dark purple to black fruit in July. Blackcurrants are known for their unique, tart flavour, which is prized in culinary uses such as jams, jellies, syrups, desserts, and beverages.
The varieties offered here produce fruit that is larger and sweeter that old varieties, and the fruit ripen all at once for easy harvesting with a berry scoop.
Blackcurrants are a different species from red and white currants. Blackcurrants generally form larger bushes, larger fruit and have an overall higher yield.
Common names: Blackcurrant, Black currant
Edible: Fruit Harvest timing: July
Scientific name:Ribes nigrum Light requirements: Full sun to part sun Full-grown size: 3-5' tall by 3-5' wide Hardiness: Zone 3 Pollination: Self-pollinating, but cross-pollination helps Wildlife: Attracts pollinators and birds Origin: Northern Europe and Asia Noteworthy: Higher yields than red or white currants.
WEDO NOT SHIPLIVE PLANTS. THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP AT OUR NURSERY IN ERRINGTON, BC.
