The fruit is plump and flavourful, borne in abundance on large “strigs” from mid-July through August, with a single mature plant yielding up to 2.7kg (6 lbs) in a season. Perfect for freezing, this variety is the top choice if you can only grow one Redcurrant. It is cultivated from certified stock. Redcurrants prefer a position in full sun but will tolerate semi shade. Shelter from cold winds and late spring frosts as these conditions may damage the flowers, and reduce the yield of fruit later in the year. Grow redcurrants in rich, moist, well drained soil. Incorporate plenty of well rotted manure into the ground prior to planting. Plant redcurrant bushes between late autumn and spring, at a distance of 1.5m (5′) apart and a depth of 5cm (2″) lower than the soil mark on the stem. Planting redcurrants slightly deep will encourage the production of extra stems from below ground level.
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