Ribes nigrum 'Ben Nevis'
Ribes nigrum 'Ben Nevis', known as the 'Ben Nevis' blackcurrant, is a vigorous and productive variety renowned for the quality of its intensely flavoured blackcurrants. This deciduous fruit shrub forms a dense, robust bush that adapts well to vegetable gardens and edible landscapes. In spring, small greenish-pink flowers appear, attracting pollinators and promoting good fruiting. The clusters produce juicy, deeply fragrant, dark black berries, offering a powerful and tart flavour typical of traditional blackcurrants. This variety is particularly valued for making jellies, syrups, juices, and liqueurs, where its intense aroma is fully revealed. The fruits are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. The dark green foliage is aromatic when crushed, releasing the characteristic scent of blackcurrant bushes.
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The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.
