Ribes' White Currant

Botanical Name Ribes rubrum 'White'

Mature Height 3 - 5 Feet

Mature Width 3 - 5 Feet

Light Requirement Full Sun to Partial Shade

Hardiness Zone Zones 3-8

Tolerance Deer

Attracts Pollinators, Birds  

The white currant is a compact, deciduous shrub prized for its translucent, pearl-like berries, which are sweet and mildly tart, perfect for fresh eating, desserts, jams, and sauces. Growing 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, fertile soil, making it ideal for small gardens or containers. Hardy to cold climates, it withstands frosty conditions, making it a great choice for northern gardeners. In spring, it blooms with small, white flowers that give way to clusters of delicate berries by mid to late summer. Unlike red or black currants, white currants have a sweeter, less acidic flavor, and with minimal maintenance and regular pruning, they produce abundant yields year after year.