Black Currant – Ben Lomand

Description

Bring the Ben Lomond Black Currant into your garden for a reliable, compact, and productive berry bush. Known for its tangy-sweet berries, this variety offers high yields of rich, flavorful fruit perfect for fresh eating, jams, sauces, and desserts. The berries are not only delicious but also packed with vitamin C, adding a nutritious boost to your culinary creations.

Ben Lomond features an upright and compact growth habit, making it suitable for small gardens and container planting. It produces large clusters of berries from mid to late summer, allowing for extended enjoyment of its delightful fruit.

This variety is also disease-resistant and frost-tolerant, ensuring reliable growth in USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Regular watering is recommended, especially during dry spells, to maintain healthy growth and fruit production.

The Ben Lomond Black Currant is a fantastic choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners, offering easy care, robust flavor, and excellent versatility in the kitchen. Plant now to enjoy bountiful harvests of these vibrant and nutritious berries year after year!