| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Botanical Name | Ribes rubrum 'Wilder' |
| 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, late flowering avoids spring frost which increases dependability |
| Ripening Time | Ripen in late June/early July |
| Fruit | Very flavorful red berries, easy to pick |
| Pollinator Friendly | Yes |
Wilder Red Currant
$10.00
Ribes rubrum ‘Wilder’ This late ripening red currant produces large amounts of berries which ripen over a long period making for a long harvest season. The bush grows vigorously and is typically large. This popular older American variety was established in 1877 in Indiana.
USDA regulations prohibit shipping of Ribes species to the following states: DE, MA, ME, MI, NC, NH, NJ, OH, RI, VA, and WV.
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