Click for Currant Care Guide Ribes sativum (Cherry Red Currant) Cherry Red currant produces short, loose clusters of very large, bright dark red berries. The fruit is acidic and has a good flavor. The plant itself is vigorous, upright, and highly productive. Cherry Red currant is resistant to mildew, making it a great option for humid areas. This small bush is well-suited for landscapes, thriving in shade, especially against buildings, and can be paired with strawberries, low-growing herbs, or flowers. It can also be mixed with Josta or white/black currants, as they have similar sizes and growth habits. Space plants 5 feet apart in a 5-foot circle. Zone 3-8 Plant Characteristics Pest Resistance: Very Good Disease Resistance: Good Drought Tolerance: Good Heat Tolerance: Fair Humidity Tolerance: Good Sun Tolerance: Good Wet Soil Tolerance: Fair Shade Tolerance: Very Good No Spray Requirement: Good Salt Tolerance: Poor Fresh for Kids: Fair Deer Resistance: Good Thorns: No Plant Type: Shrub Soil Type: Fertile Edible Type: Berry Self Fertile: Yes This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.
