Product description
Our Ribes nigrum Ben Alder is an upright, deciduous shrub that produces edible fruit. The foliage of the plant is a lovely, dark green shade that contrasts perfectly against the clusters of white-pale green flowers. They will bloom in late Spring, before an array of wonderful Blackcurrants will be ready to harvest in late Summer, and can be included in everyday meals.
They will grow to an ultimate height of 1.5m and ultimate spread of 1m. In terms of plant care, it should be placed in bright, indirect sunlight and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Watering becomes essential when the soil is dry to touch.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
Blackcurrant
Blackcurrant 'Ben Alder'
Blackcurrant 'Ben Alder'
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Product description
Our Ribes nigrum Ben Alder is an upright, deciduous shrub that produces edible fruit. The foliage of the plant is a lovely, dark green shade that contrasts perfectly against the clusters of white-pale green flowers. They will bloom in late Spring, before an array of wonderful Blackcurrants will be ready to harvest in late Summer, and can be included in everyday meals.
They will grow to an ultimate height of 1.5m and ultimate spread of 1m. In terms of plant care, it should be placed in bright, indirect sunlight and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Watering becomes essential when the soil is dry to touch.
Please Note: When purchasing plants please consider that each live item is unique and may, therefore, differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Birds love blackcurrants, so protect your crops with netting, especially as they ripen.
How to Water
Water young plants regularly throughout the first growing season and then only during dry spells once established.
How to Plant
Before you begin, weed the area thoroughly and dig in plenty of organic matter. Dig a hole around twice the size of the root ball, remove the plant from its pot, and gently tease out the roots before backfilling, firming down, and watering in well. Blackcurrants will tolerate light shade, but for the best harvest of juicy fruit, plant in full sun in moist but well-draining soil.
