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Unnamed variety of this small hardy deciduous multi-stemmed shrub, hailing from the forests of northern Europe. Blackcurrants have a distinctive pleasant smell to their bark and leaves, which is lacking in redcurrants. Flowers are self-fertile or bee-pollinated, and fruit is produced in mid-summer. Height to 1.8m
11cm pot
Currants prefer a sandy or loamy soil and need good moisture, and a good annual application of compost or manure and mulch. We have found the plants themselves to be surprisingly drought-hardy, but the yield is accordingly low and currants less juicy. Fruit is primarily borne on one year old stems. When planting cut all stems back to two buds, thereafter prune out about one third of the older stems each year. Full sun or part shade.
Roots and bark are used for fevers and swellings. The leaves can be made into a poultice to treat wounds and insect bites, and in an infusion gargled to treat sore throats. The juiced fruits are made into various preparations to treat sore throats, colds and flu.
Primary Actions: anti-inflammatory, astringent, anti-oxidant, antibacterial, antiviral, diuretic, diaphoretic.
Parts Used: roots, bark, leaf, fruit
N.B. Shipping costs are added AFTER you have placed your order, you will then be emailed an invoice with bank details.
Smallest box rate:
This can fit up to 9 plants in 9cm pots.
Shipping a single tree can be expensive. We may be able to fit more in the box for the same price! See our shipping rates for single and multi tree boxes.
Combining sizes?
No problem, we will work out the best rate for you once you’ve placed your order.
Jo has a passion for growing herbs but is not a qualified herbalist and has no medical background.
We are lucky to have Patricia Beagle working here at times, who is qualified, and some of her advice does appear on these pages, but herbs act differently for different people and can interact with other medicines. We therefore always recommend that you consult with your own qualified health-care practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing or on any medications.
Kahikatea Farm cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of the plants or a plant not having the effect it is reputed to have.
