Golden Currant

Common Name: Golden Currant

Scientific Name: Ribes aureum

Plant Type: Deciduous Shrub

Zone: 3-8

Bloom Colour: Golden yellow

Fruit Colour: Amber yellow to black

Fruit Size: Small; approximately 1 centimeter in diameter

Ripens/Harvest: Late summer

Exposure: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Prefers well-drained soils; adaptable to various soil types

Flavour Profile: Mildly sweet; suitable for fresh eating, jams, jellies, and sauces

Fruit Texture: Juicy

Years To Bear: Typically 2-3 years after planting

Mature Size: 6-8 feet tall; 6-8 feet wide

Spacing: 6-8 feet apart

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