Black Currant 'Consort'

Common Name: Consort Black Currant

Scientific Name: Ribes nigrum 'Consort'

Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub

Zone: 3-5

Bloom Colour: Greenish-white (ornamentally insignificant)

Fruit Colour: Black

Fruit Size: Medium; approximately 1 centimeter in diameter

Ripens/Harvest: Midseason; typically July

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soils; tolerates a range of soil types

Flavour Profile: Strong, musky flavor; high in vitamin C; suitable for jams, jellies, and fresh eating

Fruit Texture: Juicy

Years To Bear: Typically 2-3 years after planting

Mature Size: 3-6 feet tall; 3-5 feet wide

Spacing: 3-5 feet apart

Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile; does not require another variety for fruit set