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Orus 8 Jostaberry

Scientific Name: Ribes x nidigrolaria 'Orus 8'

Also Known As

  • Ribes 'Orus 8'

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Orus 8 Jostaberry plant details

Orus 8 Jostaberry is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by black and purple 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 Orus 8 Jostaberry

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Orus 8 Jostaberry

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very vigorous, very productive healthy bush producing medium-sized almost black berries.

Gardening facts about Orus 8 Jostaberry plant

How to Grow Orus 8 Jostaberry

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Fruit

    • purple
    • black
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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