{"product_id":"consort-black-currant-live-plant-rooted-starter-edible-fruit-shrub-ribes-nigrum-self-pollinating-zones-4-8","title":"Consort Black Currant Live Plant – Rooted Starter | Ribes nigrum | Self-Pollinating","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsort Black Currant is a deciduous edible fruit shrub (Ribes nigrum) that produces clusters of dark, flavorful fruit. It is cold-hardy and self-pollinating, tolerates some shade, and is suitable for edible gardens, fruiting hedges, and backyard landscapes. Plants are shipped without a growing pot to protect during transit and may arrive actively growing or dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 live Consort Black Currant rooted starter plant, healthy rooted plant from a fruiting shrub, shipped without growing pot, self-pollinating edible fruit shrub. Grown without pesticides or chemical treatments. Secure box packaging for safe arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Consort Black Currant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Ribes nigrum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Deciduous edible fruit shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Rooted starter plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoil: Fertile, well-draining soil with good organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWatering: Regular while establishing; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMature Height: Approximately 4–8 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate to fast once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBloom Time: Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFruit Time: June–July (depending on climate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePollination: Self-pollinating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFruit Uses: Fresh eating, jams, jellies, syrup, juice, wine, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes when grown in a sufficiently large container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in well-draining soil with full sun to partial shade. Water regularly while establishing and avoid overwatering. The plant may arrive dormant or with leaves and may shed foliage seasonally as part of its natural cycle. Give time to acclimate after planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLive Plant Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review our Shipping Policy and Return \u0026amp; Refund Policy before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"plantcenter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68095801557035,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/0955\/9083\/files\/ListingShopify3_78_64246b35-a5bc-44bf-a282-e684918fd360.jpg?v=1793497838","url":"https:\/\/fillianursery.com\/products\/consort-black-currant-live-plant-rooted-starter-edible-fruit-shrub-ribes-nigrum-self-pollinating-zones-4-8","provider":"Fillia Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}