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White Imperial White Currant

Scientific Name: Ribes rubrum 'White Imperial'

Also Known As

  • Ribes 'White Imperial'
  • Ribes sativum 'White Imperial'

Plant type

shrub, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 36"-48"
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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White Imperial White Currant plant details

White Imperial White Currant is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by white fruit. Attracts bees and birds 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 White Imperial White Currant

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: grossulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible, edible fruit

GROWING CONDITIONS for White Imperial White Currant

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Firm and juicy, luminous white berries have the faintest pink blush. These pretty berries have a pleasant, sweet flavor and are of excellent quality. This currant ripens mid-season on vigorous and productive 5-6' shrubs. Greenish flowers in spring are not especially showy, but they are loved by pollinators. Makes a great hedge choice for edible gardens. S/M
About as good as it gets with white currants which isn't saying too much.

Gardening facts about White Imperial White Currant plant

How to Grow White Imperial White Currant

  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • white
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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