Go Back Currant Consort Black

Posted: March 18, 2021 at 9:56 AM
Ribes nigrum 'Consort'

Plant Type: Fruits

A medium-sized shrub grown for its tart black berries in summer, excellent for jam; quite stiff and upright, becoming looser with age; best for a reserved spot in the orchard or fruit garden, can be susceptible to mildew so allow for good air movement. Consort Black Currant will grow to be about 4 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 3 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn’t necessarily require facer plants in front. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years.

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Growing & Maintenance Tips:

Flower Color

white

Foliage Color

green

Plant Spread

4'

Good Companions

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Plant Height

4-6'

Scape Height

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Hardness Zone

3-7

Soil Moisture

well drained

Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes

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Bloom Time

spring

Critter Resistance

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Exposure

part shade to full sun

Growth Rate

Fast

Seasonal Interests

late season when berries are mature