Currants have a long cropping season, freeze well and are perfect for pies and jams. We supply healthy, 1 year old bare root plants, which are pruned already and will quickly establish once planted. From the second season onwards each plant will produce over 3.5kg (over 7lb) of fruit and will keep producing for up to 10 years. Height and spread: 120cm (48").
Collection comprises 1 plant each of:
Blackcurrant 'Ben Connan' - This heavy cropping small bush variety produces large, glossy black fruits with a superb rich flavour. Estimated time to cropping once planted: 16-20 months (4-8 months for premium bareroot). Estimated time to best yields: 16-20 months.
Redcurrant 'Rovada' - Large luscious red fruits are produced in profusion from mid July, and through August. Estimated time to cropping once planted: 4-8 months. Estimated time to best yields: 28-32 months (16-20 months for premium bareroot).
Whitecurrant 'Blanka' - Masses of large, sweet, almost translucent berries on long strings from late July through to August. Estimated time to cropping once planted: 4-8 months. Estimated time to best yields: 28-32 months (16-20 months for premium bareroot).
The premium currant collection contains:
1 x Blackcurrant 'Ben Connan' Premium 3 litre potted plant
1 x Redcurrant 'Rovada' Premium 3 litre potted plant
1 x Whitecurrant 'Blanka' Premium bare root plant
Growing Information
Currants prefer a position in full sun but will tolerate semi shade. Shelter from cold winds and late spring frosts as these conditions may damage the flowers, and reduce the yield of fruit later in the year. Grow currants in rich, moist, well drained soil. Incorporate plenty of well rotted manure into the ground prior to planting. Plant currant bushes between late autumn and spring, at a distance of 1.5m (5') apart and a depth of 5cm (2") lower than the soil mark on the stem. Planting currants slightly deep will encourage the production of extra stems from below ground level.
