Ben Sarek Black Currant Plant

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Zones 5 - 8 Is my location compatible?

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Description

This small, compact bush is so productive its branches are commonly borne down under the weight of the crop. Berries are extremely large, and very rich in Vitamin C. Grows to 3-4' and is resistant to mildew. Ben Sarek is also frost-tolerant, particularly at the all-important blossom time. Plant 3' apart. Ripens in July. Can’t ship to DE, MA, ME, MT, NC, NJ, NH, OH, VT or WV.

Characteristics

Bloom Color	White
Fruit Color	Black
Fruit Size	Large
Hardiness Zone Range	5 - 8
Pollination	Self-Pollinating
Ripens/Harvest	Ripens In July

Shade/Sun	Partial Shade - Full Sun
Soil Composition	Loamy, Sandy
Soil Moisture	Well Drained - Average Moistness
Soil pH Level	6.0 - 6.8
Texture	Firm
Years to Bear	2 - 3

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 5 - 8

My Hardiness Zone ?

The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

This variety is self pollinating.

In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. You'll get fruit with only one plant!