Redcurrant (Ribes sativum)

Family: Grossulariaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Ribes sativum is a deciduous Shrub growing to 1 m (3ft 3in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit, Berries

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

taste that many people find too strong to eat raw, the fruit makes an excellent jam or preserves. — Fruit - raw or cooked in jams, compotes, jellies, puddings, pies etc.; An acid taste that many people find too strong to eat raw, the fruit makes an excellent jam or preserves.; The fruit is rich in vitamin C.; There are rather a lot of seeds in each fruit.

Habitat & North American Range

Hedges and woods, avoiding acid soils. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)