| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Size | 1 year rooted cutting |
| Botanical Name | Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake' |
| 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 | Clusters of pale green flowers in mid Spring |
| Ripening Time | Ripen in late June/early July |
| Fruit | Very flavorful red berries, easy to pick |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes |
Red Lake Red Currant
$12.00
Ribes rubrum ‘Red Lake’. This old American variety is one of the cold hardiest of the red currants. It has moderate disease resistance and produces long strigs of medium-sized delicious tart berries. Berries are slightly larger than Wilder. Recommended by the Royal Horticultural Society.
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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