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Ribes Rubrum - White Cherry Currant

The White Cherry Currant is a highly ornamental shrub known for its delicious, large white berries with a pinkish tinge. These berries are sweeter than black or red currants and are rich in antioxidants and Vitamin C. This plant grows to a height of 3' to 5' and spreads 3' to 4' wide. It thrives in full sun in colder climates and partial shade in warmer areas. Suitable for USDA Hardiness Zones 3-8.

Plant Characteristics:

• Pest Resistance: Excellent
• Disease Resistance: Excellent
• Drought Tolerance: Fair
• Heat Tolerance: Good
• Humidity Tolerance: Good
• Sun Tolerance: Good
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
• Shade Tolerance: Very Good
• No Spray: Excellent
• Salt Tolerance: Poor
• Fresh for Kids: Very Good
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Plant Type: Shrub
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Fruit

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