| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Botanical Name | Ribes rubrum 'Minnesota 52' |
| Zone | 3-8 |
| 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 | 3-5 feet or in a hedgerow |
| Bloom | White blossoms in mid spring |
| Ripening Time | Ripen in late June/early July |
| Fruit | Produces large sized berries in long strigs, good flavor and yield. |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes |
| Special Notes | Resistant to mildew, leaf spot, pine blister and gooseberry mites |
Minnesota 52 Red Currant
$10.00
If you’re looking for big red currants, this is your bush. The Minnesota 52 produces large crops of some of the largest berries of all of the red currants. This cultivar is a late ripener among the currants.
The great flavor, juiciness and larger berry size makes them perfect for fresh eating, pie making, jams, jellies or fresh toppings for breakfasts (try them on top of granola, yogurt or French toast!) or on top of your favorite summer dessert.
Excellent fruit quality and high disease resistance make this a very desirable red currant for the home garden.
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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