3ft 'Ben Alder' Blackcurrant Bush | 3L Pot

Name: 3ft 'Ben Alder' Blackcurrant Bush | 3L Pot
Brand: Winters Hill
SKU: shopify_GB_15178823729531_55626629513595
Price: 11.99 GBP
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For a high-yielding blackcurrant plant, choose 'Ben Alder'!
This variety, developed in Scotland, thrives in the UK climate and can endure very cold temperatures.
The small, glossy berries offer a delightful sweetness with a hint of earthy tartness, ideal for making juice, cordials, or even wine.
These blackcurrants freeze well, so you can store any surplus berries without worry.
Recognized by the Royal Horticultural Society as a Plant for Pollinators.

Species: Blackcurrant
Features: Perfect for pollinators, Disease resistant, Fully hardy, Heavy cropper, Self fertile
Harvest Time: July, August
Flowers: Small chartreuse/yellow-green flowers appear in the spring
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Eventual Spread: Spreads approximately 1-1.4m.
Habit: Grows into an easily maintained bush shape.
Hardiness: H6 - Frost hardy in even severe British winters, withstanding temperatures down to -20°C.
Pest & Disease Resistance: This variety showcases good resistance to powdery mildew but can be affected by aphids and gall mites.
Soil Type: Not particularly fussy with regards to soil type, but prefers moist, well-draining soil wherever possible.
Tasting Notes: Refreshing and juicy
Uses: Eating fresh, jams, juicing and baking

Planting Time: October to March
Spacing: Plant 1.5m apart to allow for spreading.
Watering: To help your blackcurrant bush establish well, water it routinely throughout its first growing season. Once established, additional watering will only typically be needed during hot and dry spells.
Feeding: Blackcurrant plants like 'Ben Alder' benefit from a good winter feed with fertiliser that's high in potassium, and also a generous mulching around the plant's base, making sure to leave a small gap between the mulch and the plant's stems.
Pruning: Blackcurrant pruning requirements depend on the age of the bush, but generally speaking an annual prune in winter is required.

Product Specifications

Height on Arrival: 60-90cm
Eventual Height: Typically grows to a height of between 1 and 1.4m.
Supplied As: Premium plant in a 3L pot
Time to First Crop: Often starts bearing fruit in its second year.

Highlights

For a high-yielding blackcurrant plant, choose 'Ben Alder'!
This variety, developed in Scotland, thrives in the UK climate and can endure very cold temperatures.
The small, glossy berries offer a delightful sweetness with a hint of earthy tartness, ideal for making juice, cordials, or even wine.
These blackcurrants freeze well, so you can store any surplus berries without worry.
Recognized by the Royal Horticultural Society as a Plant for Pollinators.

Variety Specifications

Species: Blackcurrant
Features: Perfect for pollinators, Disease resistant, Fully hardy, Heavy cropper, Self fertile
Harvest Time: July, August
Flowers: Small chartreuse/yellow-green flowers appear in the spring
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Eventual Spread: Spreads approximately 1-1.4m.
Habit: Grows into an easily maintained bush shape.
Hardiness: H6 - Frost hardy in even severe British winters, withstanding temperatures down to -20°C.
Pest & Disease Resistance: This variety showcases good resistance to powdery mildew but can be affected by aphids and gall mites.
Soil Type: Not particularly fussy with regards to soil type, but prefers moist, well-draining soil wherever possible.
Tasting Notes: Refreshing and juicy
Uses: Eating fresh, jams, juicing and baking

Planting & Care

Planting Time: October to March
Spacing: Plant 1.5m apart to allow for spreading.
Watering: To help your blackcurrant bush establish well, water it routinely throughout its first growing season. Once established, additional watering will only typically be needed during hot and dry spells.
Feeding: Blackcurrant plants like 'Ben Alder' benefit from a good winter feed with fertiliser that's high in potassium, and also a generous mulching around the plant's base, making sure to leave a small gap between the mulch and the plant's stems.
Pruning: Blackcurrant pruning requirements depend on the age of the bush, but generally speaking an annual prune in winter is required.

Product Specifications