Black Consort Currant

Mix-and-match for free shipping when purchasing 6 or more perennial berries, vines, or crowns!   Black Consort currants are a highly productive variety, offering small, dark berries with a bold, tart flavor. These versatile berries are ideal for making preserves, juices, or adding to baked goods. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil, Black Consort currants are cold-hardy and resistant to common diseases. The compact shrubs are easy to grow and produce abundant harvests in mid-summer. With their rich flavor and adaptability, Black Consort currants are a valuable addition to any berry garden. Zones: 3-8 Harvest: June-July Fruit: Very prominent, sweet and unique flavor. Facts of note: Developed in Ottawa, Ontario and introduced in 1950. Medium clusters of somewhat soft black berries. Good for jams, juice and wine. Excellent when dried, very high source of Vitamin C. Excellent bird forage or windbreak plants. Currants do not thrive in hot summers; you can plant them