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Topsy Black Currant

Scientific Name: Ribes nigrum 'Topsy'

Also Known As

  • Ribes 'Topsy'

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Topsy Black Currant plant details

Topsy 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 Topsy 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 Topsy Black Currant

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Midseason, even ripening.

Gardening facts about Topsy Black Currant plant

How to Grow Topsy 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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