| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Botanical Name | Ribes rubrum 'Gloire des Sablons' |
| Zone | 3-8, hardy to -40°F |
| Chill Hours | 800-1000 |
| Soil | Well drained moderately fertile loamy soil with high organic matter. |
| Light | Full sun to partial shade (afternoon shade is often a good choice for Ribes) |
| Pollination | Self-fertile but performs best when planted with other varieties |
| Years to Bear | 1-2 |
| Form | Upright vigorous growth habit, produces new growth at root line |
| Height | 3-6 feet |
| Spread | 3-6 feet |
| Spacing | 3-6 feet or in a hedgerow |
| Bloom | White blossoms in March-April |
| Ripening Time | Ripen in late June/early July |
| Fruit | Medium sized pink berries with excellent sweet flavor |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes |
| Special Notes | Mildew and disease resistant |
Gloire des Sablons Pink Currant
$10.00
This is a compact and pretty currant bush. It is a French heirloom variety with vigorous, upright growth and bears showy white translucent berries with pink streaks.
The fruits are sweet and tender, yet firm enough for their most well known use – as a dessert decoration and ingredient for summer puddings and pastries.
The bush grows to 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, slightly smaller than some other currant varieties.
USDA regulations prohibit shipping of Ribes species to the following states: DE, MA, ME, MI, NC, NH, RI, SC, VA, and WV.
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