Blackcurrant Plant 'Ebony'

Ribes nigrum

A true dessert blackcurrant variety with large, sweet berries that can be enjoyed straight from the bush. Early-ripening and easy to pick, this variety produces generous crops of juicy fruit on open, moderately vigorous plants.

1 x Bare Root

10605020

In stock

£9.99

3 x Bare Roots

10605021

In stock

£21.97

Was £29.97

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Key Features

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Low Maintenance

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Super Sweet

Product Information

Eventual Height:

1.2 m

Position:

Full Sun

Suitable for:

Pots, Patio, Small Gardens

Soil Type:

Fertile, well-drained, rich in organic matter, pH 6.0-7.0

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  • Sweet enough to eat fresh from the bush
  • Large fruits up to 18mm in diametre
  • Early ripening and easy to pick
  • Moderately vigorous, open-growing habit

At last, a blackcurrant variety that’s sweet enough to enjoy straight from the bush. This true dessert variety stands out from traditional culinary types, producing large, juicy berries with a naturally sweet flavour perfect for fresh eating as well as for pies, puddings, or preserves.

The fruits are impressively sized, reaching up to 18mm in diametre, and ripen early; often ready to pick from early July. The moderately vigorous bushes have an open, slightly spreading habit that makes harvesting a breeze. Perfect for gardeners seeking a delicious, low-effort blackcurrant that combines exceptional flavour with ease of growing and picking.

Guide To Plant Sizes

Bare Root Plants: Several of our plants come supplied as bare roots. Despite appearances, they are alive and well. They have been previously grown in the ground and lifted when dormant throughout the winter months, so that when you receive them, they are strong, full of energy and ready to be planted out. This is our most economical way to buy many plant varieties including roses, strawberries, trees and bushes.


Seedlings: Seedlings are young plants that have grown from seeds and are still small, usually with just a few leaves. They are in the early stages of growth and are ready to be potted on or planted outdoors to continue developing.


Plug Plants: A wide range of our varieties come in plug size, including Strawberries, Tomatoes, Chillis, Peppers, Cucumbers and Courgettes. Grown in individual cells with a bio-degradable membrane that will break down in the soil, no need to remove before planting. Pot and grow on to form larger plants that can be planted later in the season. Protect from frost if necessary.


9cm Plants: Our 9cm plants are larger and much more established than our plug ranges, meaning they are ready to plant out straight away. These will establish quickly and produce flower and fruit much quicker than smaller plugs. Protect from frost if required.


1L+ Plants: A substantial plant with many already developed flowers or even early onset of fruit if the season has been early. Great for filling in gaps or plating into patio containers.


Grafted Plants: Grafted plants are created by joining together two different plant varieties, typically by attaching the stem of one onto the root system of another. This process allows for desirable traits, such as disease resistance or better fruit production, to be combined into a single plant.


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