Red Currant Fruit Seeds
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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Fall or early Spring
Growth Habit
Bushy, spreading
Flavor Profile
Tart, juicy, sweet-sour
Plant Characteristics
Red berries, lobed leaves
Use
Culinary, jams, fresh eating
Growing Conditions
Cool, moist, well-drained soil
Harvest Advantages
High yield, cold-hardy
Plant Resistance
Cold-tolerant, mildew-resistant
About Red Currant Fruit Seeds
Ribes rubrum
Seed Names
Red Currant, Ribes rubrum
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Red Currant is a deciduous fruiting shrub that produces clusters of brilliant red berries. These tart, vitamin-rich fruits are perfect for jams, syrups, or fresh snacking and thrive in cooler climates with well-drained, fertile soils.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full sun to part shade
Planting Depth
1/4 inch
Sowing Method
Stratify + start indoors
Plant Spacing
3–5 feet
Days to Maturity
12–15 months
Soil Preparation
Rich, moist, well-drained
Hardiness Zones
3 to 7
Water Needs
Moderate
Planting Season
Fall or early Spring
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 200 sq ft
500
Up to 1,000 sq ft
1000
Up to 2,000 sq ft