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CHERRY RED

CHERRY RED

Ribes spicatum This plant has a lot to offer! Red Currant is Native to Eastern Europe and is an ideal plant for a patio container, mixed, or pollinator garden. In the spring it will become full of nectar-rich blossoms for early pollinators, opening through the summer to panicles of bright red currants. These berries are tart and nutrient dense, perfect for fresh eating, adorning charcuterie boards, summer drinks or leaving them for the array of birds that will populate this small shrub throughout the late summer months into fall. Easy-to-grow plants are highly ornamental and showcase an abundance of flowers, fruits and fall color, adding interest to the patio or garden all growing season. Growing 3-5 feet, the hardy, woody, attractive plant will tolerate most soils and full sun to partial shade. Hardy in zones 3–7.      

Currant plants will ship bareroot starting in late January and will be about 2 feet tall at time of shipment. Order early for best availability. Available only within the contiguous US. Not available to DE, MA, ME, MI, NC, NH, RI, VA, WV.

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I ordered 3 plants. I received 3 bare root plants. All looked dead. One of the plants is about one inch high now. The others are dead, just sticks in the ground.

We’re so sorry to hear about your experience. The plants we ship are dormant at the time of delivery, which can make them appear lifeless, but they should begin to leaf out once planted and watered. Timing can vary depending on growing conditions.
Please know, our products are backed by our full guarantee. If any product you receive from us proves to be unsatisfactory, we are happy to offer a replacement (if available) or a refund, whichever you prefer, within one year of purchase.
Please don’t hesitate to contact our customer service team so we can help resolve this for you. We are available Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM Pacific Time, at 800-626-0866 or info@territorialseed.com. You can also reach out to us for any troubleshooting, we'd be happy to help!

Hardiness Zone Listed per variety
Pollinator Required No

Initial Instructions
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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