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BAR-LE-DUC

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BAR-LE-DUC

Ribes rubrum This rare, French heirloom is named after the commune in the Lorraine province of France where the currant originates, and dates to the medieval era. Once cultivated by monks who were known to remove the seeds with a feather quill while keeping the fruit perfectly intact. Bar-le-Duc is one of the more delicate currants with a unique flavor that is rich and sweet. While considered a ‘white’ currant, this attractive upright, woody shrub produces abundant clusters of translucent berries. They are full of juice and when popped in the mouth are often compared to the sensation of caviar. Grows 3-6 feet, is perfect for container growing, and produces nectar-rich white flowers in the spring followed by fruit in the summer. Use to garnish your desserts or for making preserves fit for royalty! Self-fertile and hardy in zones 3-8. 

Ships FREE! Plants are available for a limited time, will be up to 10 inches and ship bareroot by early February. Order early for best availability. Available only within the contiguous US. Currant plants are not available to ME. Other items in cart may incur shipping cost.

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Hardiness Zone Listed per variety
Pollinator Required No

Initial Instructions
After unpacking your Cherry Red currant, allow the plant a few days to gradually acclimate to full exposure. If you are keeping your Cherry Red currant in a container, re-pot it into the desired pot. If planting in the ground, select a location with well-drained soil, spacing the plants 3 feet apart.

For all other currants, upon arrival the shrubs will be bareroot and dormant. Moisten them slightly with some regular water and place in a cool damp area until ready to plant outdoors. It’s best to plant the currants while still dormant and space them 2-4 feet apart.

Cultivation
Water regularly during the first growing season. Fertilize lightly early in the season with a well-balanced fertilizer. Mulch well in autumn to protect the roots.

Pests & Diseases
Currants are not bothered by pests or diseases and are deer resistant.

Soil Type
Standard garden soil, rich hummus slightly acidic, mulched soil in the ground. Potting soil for containers.

Light Requirements
Full sun to part shade.

Hardiness
Listed per variety

Bearing Age
2 years

Bloom Time
Early spring to early summer.

Ripening Time
Mid to late summer or early fall.

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