Botanical profile

Ribes rubrum 'Fays'

Latin name
Ribes rubrum 'Fays'
Common name
Gadellier rouge 'Fays'
Type
Fruit shrub
Family
Grossulariaceae

Ribes rubrum 'Fays', known as 'Fays' redcurrant, is a deciduous fruit shrub prized for its vigor and abundant production of bright red currants, gathered in decorative hanging clusters. Its dense, well-structured bushy habit easily integrates into vegetable gardens, fruit hedges, or edible gardens. In spring, small, discreet greenish flowers appear, attracting pollinating insects and ensuring good fruit set. The clusters produce numerous translucent, juicy, and tangy currants, with the bright flavor typical of redcurrants. These fruits are excellent for making jellies, jams, syrups, pastries, or for fresh consumption. Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, they are highly valued in food gardens. The lobed green foliage offers a dense, natural texture and releases a characteristic faint vegetal scent when crushed.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate, keep soil cool during fruiting
Fertilization
Add compost or fruit tree fertilizer in spring
Soil type
Rich, cool, and well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Yellowish green
Fruiting
Clusters of small, translucent, juicy, and tart bright red berries called redcurrants
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact bushy shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Red Gadellier
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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