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Grossulariaceae
Trees and shrubs
Blackcurrant 'Ben Tirran'
Hardiness
Zone 3
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Family
Grossulariaceae
Ribes nigrum 'Ben Tirran', also known as 'Ben Tirran' blackcurrant, is a deciduous fruiting shrub prized for its high productivity and the quality of its well-balanced blackcurrants. It forms a vigorous and dense bush that integrates easily into vegetable gardens or fruiting hedges. In spring, small greenish to pinkish flowers attract pollinators and signal abundant fruiting. The clusters bear juicy, deep black berries, known for their sweeter and less tart flavor than many other blackcurrant varieties. This characteristic makes them pleasant for fresh consumption as well as for preparing desserts, jams, and juices. The fruits are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. The dark green foliage emits a characteristic aromatic scent when crushed.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Add compost or fruit tree fertilizer in spring
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorRosy green
Foliage colorDark green
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingDeep black, juicy berries with a balanced taste and slightly less acidic than many blackcurrants
Maximum height4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Maximum width4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature-40°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
