Ben Alder Blackcurrant / Ribes Nigrum 'Ben Alder'
Blackcurrants are a real summer treat ideal for using in pies, jams, jellies and puddings. 'Ben Alder' has exceptionally large berries that have a superb rich flavour.
Growing Details
Common Name: Blackcurrant
Genus: Ribes
Species: nigrum
Cultivar: 'Ben Alder'
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Moist
Height: 120cm
Spread: 120cm
Description
It is one of many fruit gardeners' favourite varieties as it shows good disease resistance. The bushes are also very frost tolerant, making them suitable for colder areas. Cropping mid-July, it can produce up to 8lb of fruit per established plant. All these fine qualities have led to the Royal Horticultural Society giving it their prestigious Award of Garden Merit.
Size - 40-60CM Multi-Stemmed
