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Red Lake Red Currant

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  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 3 - 5 Feet
  • Mature Spread 3 - 5 Feet
  • Growing Zones 3 - 8

Red Lake Red Currants are compact, mini-stemmed, deciduous shrubs that are thornless and grow into 3 to 5 foot high mounds. They have striking, glossy green, 3 inch wide, lobed leaves that can turn bright orange, red, and yellow, dropping early in the fall. In the spring, ornate, dangling clusters of greenish-yellow blooms form, followed by small red berries in the summer which ripen in July. These scarlet currants are a delicious tart fruit most commonly used in jellies and jams. Red Currants are high in vitamin C and cancer-fighting antioxidants.

Red Lake Red Currant Care

Pruning should take place during dormant seasons. Remove damaged and dead branches and branches grazing the ground. Stems older than 3 years old should be cut down. As your plant grows in maturity, it can tolerate heavier pruning. Vigorous shoots should not be pruned. Mature plants yield approximately 3 to 10 pounds per bush. Skin of red currants is delicate and can burst when picking. To avoid this, harvest the whole cluster at once.

Red Lake Red Currants should be planted in the late fall or early spring in full sun to dappled shade. Space your plants 3 to 5 feet apart in a row with 8 to 10 feet between rows. Ideal soil conditions for the Red Lake Red Currant include fertile soil that is well-drained. They are adaptable to many different soil types and pH. Red Lake Red Currant does not tolerate salt well, so it is inadvisable to plant currants in soils that are high in sodium.

Growing Red Lake Red Currant Shrubs

Ripe Currants attract birds, and it will be important to cover your currants for protection. Red Lake Red Currant is low-maintenance and easy to grow. It’s not susceptible to insects or diseases, but it will need adequate airflow to avoid powdery mildew. Red Lake is not susceptible to White Pine blister rust. Currant worms can defoliate plants, so watch your currant for signs of premature leafing.

Red Currants are generally self-fruitful but benefit from cross-pollination. They typically produce a light crop their second year after planting, and full crop by the third season. They grow to be around 3 to 5 feet tall and wide.

Growing Red Lake Red Currant in Containers

Red Lake Red Currants can be grown in containers from 2 to 2. 5 feet wide and at least 24 inches deep. They make wonderful, decorative options for small gardens. Growing currants indoors requires more delicate pruning when the plant is dormant.

Watering & Feeding Red Lake Red Currant Shrubs

You should water your Red Lake Red Currant regularly, and more often in extreme heat. They work well with a drip system because of their shallow roots. To help retain water, add a 2 to 3 inch layer of mulch at the base of the plant. Red Currants are heavy nitrogen feeders. The optimal fertilizer for Red Currants is stable manure or all purpose plant food. You should apply it yearly, in the spring, before new growth begins.

Red Lake Red Currant Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Plant Type: Edible Plants
Light Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 3 - 5 Feet
Mature Spread: 3 - 5 Feet
Spacing: 3 - 5 Feet
Habit: Mounded
Flower Color(s): Green, Yellow
Flower Description: Greenish-Yellow
Bloom Period: Late April And Ear;y May
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer, Rabbit
Tolerates: Drought
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role:
Uses: Wildlife Gardens
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Red Lake Red Currant
Other Name(s):
Scientific Name: RIBES `RED LAKE`
SKU:
1231009523-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

3 Reviews - Red Lake Red Currant Show Reviews

  • 5
    Large, healthy plants!

    Posted by Dawn Linnum on Nov 12, 2022

    The shrubs were in excellent condition, with many branches and healthy leaves. The roots were not bound in the pots, and with the extended warranty I couldn’t be happier!

  • 5
    Red Current...

    Posted by carl kalkhof on Jul 25, 2022

    The plant arrived in perfect condition very healthy and strong. Beautiful!

  • 5
    Ted...

    Posted by Mary Knight on Jul 22, 2022

    Beautiful plant in great condition