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Hilltop Baldwin Black Currant

Scientific Name: Ribes nigrum 'Hilltop Baldwin'

Also Known As

  • Ribes 'Hilltop Baldwin'

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Hilltop Baldwin Black Currant plant details

Hilltop Baldwin Black Currant is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring cream flowers emerge followed by black fruit. Attracts bees, birds and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Hilltop Baldwin Black Currant

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Hilltop Baldwin Black Currant

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Medium sized fruit with good flavor and a tough skin that allows it to be transported. Somewhat milder than the typical black currant; mid season.

Gardening facts about Hilltop Baldwin Black Currant plant

How to Grow Hilltop Baldwin Black Currant

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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