Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake' [Redcurrant]

Ribes rubrum ‘Red Lake’ [Redcurrant]

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Ribes rubrum ‘Red Lake’ [Redcurrant] in a 3 litre pot.

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Summary

Description

Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake' is a cultivar of the red currant bush, which is a species of flowering plant in the gooseberry family native to Europe and parts of Asia. The cultivar 'Red Lake' is known for its high yields of large, bright red berries that are sweet and juicy. The plant is deciduous, and it produces clusters of small, red flowers in the spring before the berries appear. The plant is hardy and adaptable to a variety of soil types, but prefers well-drained, moist soil and full sun to partial shade. It is propagated by hardwood cuttings or by layering. The plant is self-fertile, but planting multiple cultivars will increase the yield. It's a good option for the home garden or small scale farming.

Key Facts

  • Common Name(s):Red Lake Redcurrant Bush
  • Hardiness:Fully hardy
  • How big will I get? Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake' can grow to a height of 2.5m and a spread of 1.5m.
  • Did You Know That:Redcurrants are also used as an ornamental plant in gardens, with some cultivars selected for their ornamental value?

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Care Guide

Soil Requirements

Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake' is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. This plant prefers a neutral pH in soil and may not thrive in acidic or alkaline soil conditions.

Best Position

Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake' prefers a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.

Maintenance

Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake' should have new growth pruned in July, leaving four or five leaves on the branch. Redcurrants fruit on old growth so this shouldn't affect fruiting. Then in Winter remove any dead wood and cut back all side-shoots to between one and three buds long.

Pest, Diseases and Wildlife

Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake' can have problems with aphids and scale insects, and it tends not to have problems with diseases. It is also known to attract bees. It is not considered to be toxic.

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