hardiness zone
4
- 8
latin name
Ribes nigrum
pollination requirements
self-pollinating, planting multiple varieties of black currants nearby can sometimes improve fruit set and quality due to increased pollinator activity.
size at purchase
3-6 ft
Size at Maturity
partial shade to full sun, but prefer full sun. prefer rich, well-drained soil with a high moisture holding capacity. The ideal soil pH is 6.0–6.5. You can improve sandy soil by adding organic matter like compost, peat, or manure
hardiness zone
4
- 8
latin name
Ribes nigrum
pollination requirements
self-pollinating, planting multiple varieties of black currants nearby can sometimes improve fruit set and quality due to increased pollinator activity.
size at purchase
3-6 ft
Size at Maturity
partial shade to full sun, but prefer full sun. prefer rich, well-drained soil with a high moisture holding capacity. The ideal soil pH is 6.0–6.5. You can improve sandy soil by adding organic matter like compost, peat, or manure
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