Product reviews for Blackcurrant Ben Sarek Soft Fruit
Blackcurrant Ben Sarek - Soft Fruit
Crops in: July
Availability: Within 2 weeks
Description: Modern compact growing Scottish variety bearing heavy crops of very large early ripening currants. Rich tart flavour, delicious as purée with yoghurt or ice cream, or use in pies, jams or juices, freezes well. A rich source of vitamin C. Late-blooming to avoid late spring frosts.
Currants need a fertile neutral soil to crop well (a ph of 6.0-7.5 is ideal) in full sun.
Planting distance: 1.2m (4ft)
Approximate height 1.2m (4ft) after 5 years.