1 Live Plant Consort Black Currant Ribes nigrum Well Rooted 14 Inch Tall

Consort Black Currant is a cold-hardy fruiting shrub known for its aromatic, deep black berries and reliable yields in northern gardens. This well-rooted plant arrives approximately 14 inches tall, ready to establish quickly and begin producing fruit as it matures.

A traditional European favorite, Consort black currant offers versatile berries prized for jams, jellies, juices, syrups, and baked goods, with a bold tart-sweet flavor. The shrub develops attractive green foliage and small fragrant flowers, making it a productive and ornamental addition to edible landscapes, hedgerows, and mixed borders.

Species: Ribes nigrum

Variety: Consort

Type: Fruiting shrub

Plant_Habit: Upright, medium-sized deciduous shrub

Sun: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile loam

Days_to_Harvest: Fruit typically ripens in mid to late summer

Zones: 3-7

Germination: Not applicable

Sowing: Not applicable

Spacing: 4-5 feet apart

Notes: Self-fertile; prune in late winter to encourage new growth and fruiting wood