Kantata 50 Black Currant

BLACK CURRANTS ARE PROHIBITED TO DE, MA, ME, MI, NC, NH, NJ, OH, RI, VA & WV.

Ribes nigrum 'Kentata 50'

Kantata 50 Black Currant was identified as a superior variety at the USDA Germplasm Repository in Corvallis, Oregon. It yields plentiful, large, sweet, low acid berries with a unique, pleasing flavor. It's ideal for beginner cultivators and the freshly-picked berries are delightful.

Easily maintained at 5' tall with 3'-4' spacing. Bushes are 1 year old. Partially self fertile; produces highest yields with another variety of R. nigrum for cross-pollination. Cold hardy to USDA zone 3 (-40F).

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