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.
Additional information
| Generic | Ribes |
|---|---|
| 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 | |
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