Black Currant
Grown organically, no chems, no poison, ready to go!
Pickups are typically on SATURDAYS between 10AM-12PM! Address is in Albany, NY 12206, close to SUNY Albany, and will be provided in the confirmation email.
Black Currant (Ribes nigrum)
Black currant is a hardy deciduous shrub grown for its clusters of small, glossy, dark purple-black berries that pack a punch in both flavor and nutrition. Native to Europe and northern Asia, black currants thrive in cool climates and are especially well-suited to temperate gardens. The berries ripen in midsummer and offer a bold, complex flavor—tart, earthy, and slightly sweet—making them ideal for jams, syrups, cordials, baking, or even fresh eating for those who enjoy their unique zing.
The plants grow 3–5 feet tall and wide, with a bushy habit and lobed, aromatic leaves. They prefer full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Once established, black currants are low-maintenance and long-lived, often bearing fruit for 15 years or more. In addition to their culinary uses, the berries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, and the plant itself can serve as a productive and attractive element in edible landscapes or permaculture food forests.
Black currants have perfect flowers, meaning each flower contains both male and female parts. This allows every plant to produce fruit on its own—no need to worry about separate male or female plants for pollination.
Grown organically, no chems, no poison, ready to go!
Pickups are typically on SATURDAYS between 10AM-12PM! Address is in Albany, NY 12206, close to SUNY Albany, and will be provided in the confirmation email.
Black Currant (Ribes nigrum)
Black currant is a hardy deciduous shrub grown for its clusters of small, glossy, dark purple-black berries that pack a punch in both flavor and nutrition. Native to Europe and northern Asia, black currants thrive in cool climates and are especially well-suited to temperate gardens. The berries ripen in midsummer and offer a bold, complex flavor—tart, earthy, and slightly sweet—making them ideal for jams, syrups, cordials, baking, or even fresh eating for those who enjoy their unique zing.
The plants grow 3–5 feet tall and wide, with a bushy habit and lobed, aromatic leaves. They prefer full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Once established, black currants are low-maintenance and long-lived, often bearing fruit for 15 years or more. In addition to their culinary uses, the berries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, and the plant itself can serve as a productive and attractive element in edible landscapes or permaculture food forests.
Black currants have perfect flowers, meaning each flower contains both male and female parts. This allows every plant to produce fruit on its own—no need to worry about separate male or female plants for pollination.
Grown organically, no chems, no poison, ready to go!
Pickups are typically on SATURDAYS between 10AM-12PM! Address is in Albany, NY 12206, close to SUNY Albany, and will be provided in the confirmation email.
Black Currant (Ribes nigrum)
Black currant is a hardy deciduous shrub grown for its clusters of small, glossy, dark purple-black berries that pack a punch in both flavor and nutrition. Native to Europe and northern Asia, black currants thrive in cool climates and are especially well-suited to temperate gardens. The berries ripen in midsummer and offer a bold, complex flavor—tart, earthy, and slightly sweet—making them ideal for jams, syrups, cordials, baking, or even fresh eating for those who enjoy their unique zing.
The plants grow 3–5 feet tall and wide, with a bushy habit and lobed, aromatic leaves. They prefer full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Once established, black currants are low-maintenance and long-lived, often bearing fruit for 15 years or more. In addition to their culinary uses, the berries are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, and the plant itself can serve as a productive and attractive element in edible landscapes or permaculture food forests.
Black currants have perfect flowers, meaning each flower contains both male and female parts. This allows every plant to produce fruit on its own—no need to worry about separate male or female plants for pollination.