Currants

Currants

Currants are an old-fashioned plant that still has its spot in the landscape.  They produce edible fruit that many enjoy for fresh eating and preserves.

• Golden Currant:  (Ribes aureum) This fruiting shrub grows 4-5 feet tall and wide.  In the spring, the bush is covered with golden yellow flowers.  In the late summer-early fall they have small black edible fruit. Hardy zones 3-7.
• Red Lake Currant:  (Ribes 'Red Lake')  This fruiting shrub can grow 4-6 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide.  It is known for hardiness, vigor, and productivity.  In late summer or early fall, you get colorful red edible fruit.  Hardy zones 3-7.