Trailing blackcurrant (Ribes laxiflorum)

Trailing blackcurrant

Trailing blackcurrant is a deciduous shrub identifiable by its arching branches and sparse foliage. The plant bears small, bell-shaped flowers which transition into juicy, spherical berries. This species thrives in cooler, damp climates where its open canopy permits light to nurture the understory, showcasing an adaptation for survival in mixed woodland settings. With a modest stature, trailing blackcurrant's growth is also influenced by the shelter provided by taller flora.

Scientific classification

Species

Trailing blackcurrant (Ribes laxiflorum)

Saxifrages, stonecrops and allies

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Shrub

Plant Type

91 cm to 1.8 m

Plant Height

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Trailing blackcurrant

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Trailing blackcurrant requires increased watering during mid-spring, late spring, and early summer for optimal growth. Adjust watering based on weather and soil moisture, ensuring the surface is dry before applying water from spring to mid-summer.

Fertilize: In spring, apply fully decomposed organic fertilizer for trailing blackcurrant. Fertilize twice more in early and mid-summer, emphasizing nitrogen and potassium first, then phosphorus and potassium. Consider slow-release fertilizers but avoid excessive nitrogen to prevent overgrowth of branches, which hinders fruit production.

Pruning: Trailing blackcurrant, with its trailing growth and glossy berries, thrives with early spring pruning to remove dead or weak branches. This practice enhances air circulation and light penetration, reducing disease risk and improving fruit production, ensuring trailing blackcurrant remains healthy and productive in your garden.

Propagation: Propagate trailing blackcurrant using cuttings from a strong, one-year-old basal shoot (15-20 cm). Cut before budding in spring or after leaves fall in fall. Plant immediately, ensuring soil remains moist. Roots typically develop within 2-3 weeks; mulch in fall for winter protection.

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