$27.95
This late-flowering, mid-season variety from the Netherlands should gratify those looking for the prominent, musky pungency traditionally associated with black currants. Black Reward is, naturally, a nutritional powerhouse with a Vitamin C content almost 5 times that of oranges, by weight! Berry size varies within the clusters, but overall production is extremely heavy and reliable. Average bush size is around 150cm (5').
SELF-FERTILE | ZONE 3 | HARVEST: LATE JULY - EARLY AUGUST
Are the leaves disappearing on your currant or gooseberry bush in early summer? Most likely the currant sawfly larvae are at work. The British have a simple prevention that works surprisingly well. Spread a thin layer of wood ashes around the base of the shrub. Some local gardeners use straw and claim it works better yet.