A strong grower producing large fruits of vitamin rich black currants. Self Fertile, Mildew resistant. Supplied as a containerised bush approximately 2-3 feet tall.
Ribes nigrum ‘Ben Lomond’
A strong grower producing large fruits of vitamin rich black currants. Self Fertile, Mildew resistant. Supplied as a containerised bush approximately 2-3 feet tall.
Category: Shrubs
Additional information
Generic | Ribes |
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Species | nigrum |
Varietry | 'Ben Lomond' |
Common Name | Black Currant |
Flower Colour | yellow, green |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 60cm |
Family | Grossulariaceae |
Spread | 90cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mound-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | March, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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