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Grossulariaceae
Trees and shrubs
Gadellier rouge 'Sabine'
Hardiness
Zone 3
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Family
Grossulariaceae
Ribes rubrum 'Sabine', known as 'Sabine' red currant, is a deciduous fruit shrub prized for its productivity and adaptability to cold climates. It forms a compact, well-branched bush, perfect for vegetable gardens, fruit hedges, or edible gardens. In spring, small, discreet greenish flowers appear, attracting pollinating insects and encouraging abundant fruit production. The drooping clusters bear numerous bright red, translucent, and very juicy currants. Their refreshing tart flavor is ideal for jellies, jams, syrups, desserts, and pastries, but also for fresh eating. Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, these small fruits are highly valued in cooking. The lobed green foliage adds an ornamental texture to the garden and releases a light vegetal 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 colorYellowish green
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingDrooping clusters of small, bright red, translucent and juicy berries called redcurrants
Maximum height4 ft (1.2 m)
Maximum width4 ft (1.2 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
