Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Cherry Red Cotinus
FamilyGrossulariaceae
Ribes rubrum 'Cherry Red', commonly known as the 'Cherry Red' redcurrant, is a deciduous fruit shrub with an upright and compact habit, particularly valued for the remarkable length and vibrant color of its clusters. This productive variety offers an abundance of uniform, bright red fruits in early summer, which are highly decorative in the vegetable garden. Its discreet yet melliferous greenish spring blooms effectively attract pollinators and ensure regular fruit set. Its dense green foliage provides a beautiful structure to fruit hedges and edible borders. Very hardy and reliable, Ribes rubrum 'Cherry Red' adapts well to northern climates. It prefers full sun to partial shade exposure and rich, cool, well-drained soil to optimize yield and fruit quality.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Spring berry fertilizer. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke when planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorRed
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingLong clusters, bright red, small, juicy, tart berries, excellent for jellies and processing
Maximum height1.2 to 1.5 m (4 to 5 feet)
Maximum width1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rateaverage
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-40°C
