Big Ben Blackcurrant Bush
Produces fruit almost 3x the size of other varieties
The Highlights
- Produces fruits that are almost 3 times the size of other blackcurrants
- An outstanding early season variety
- Developed especially for the fresh market, it has soft shiny skin and is extremely sweet - especially when eaten freshly picked
- Develops with a slightly arching habit making the fruit easier to pick and able to be wire-trained if desired
- Resistant to powdery mildew and leaf spot
- High yielding and winner of RHS Award of Garden Merit
The Highlights
- Produces fruits that are almost 3 times the size of other blackcurrants
- An outstanding early season variety
- Developed especially for the fresh market, it has soft shiny skin and is extremely sweet - especially when eaten freshly picked
- Develops with a slightly arching habit making the fruit easier to pick and able to be wire-trained if desired
- Resistant to powdery mildew and leaf spot
- High yielding and winner of RHS Award of Garden Merit
Care Guide
Water during dry spells
Water blackcurrants during dry periods in the growing season
Full sun
Position in Full Sun (6h+)
Well drained soil
Blackcurrants will tolerate a wide range of soils, but prefer moisture retentive fertile soils that are well-drained
Prune from autumn to winter
Prune blackcurrants from late autumn to late winter when they're dormant
For more care tips and ideas visit our Knowledge page
Planting Calendar
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- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower