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Red Lake Currant Bush

Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake'
$3619
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Plant Highlights

Red Lake Currant Bush highlights at a glance!

Plant Highlights

  • Brand
    Nature Hills' Choice
  • Botanical Name
    Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake'
  • Growing Zones
    3-7
  • Mature Height
    3 - 6 feet
  • Mature Spread
    3 - 4 feet
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun, Partial Shade
  • Moisture
    Moderate
  • Soil
    Well Drained
  • Growth Rate
    Medium
  • Flower Color
    Greenish Yellow
  • Fall Color
    Red, Orange & Yellow
  • Pollinator Friendly
    Yes
  • Pollinator Required
    No
  • Fragrant
    No
  • Pruning Time
    After Flowering
  • Bloom Period
    Early Spring, Late Spring
  • Harvest Time
    Mid Season

Glowing red berries for perfect for birds or jam! If this Currant bush took a vacation, it would not be aiming for the sunny beaches of the south. It would much prefer the cool climate of the Great Lakes. Redcurrants were first cultivated as garden plants in sixteenth-century Denmark, around the Baltic Sea, and Red Lake is a US native cultivar!

The Red Lake Currant (Ribes rubrum 'Red Lake') is a striking shrub with edible red berries, renowned for their culinary uses and health benefits! Spring brings drooping clusters of self-pollinating yellowish-green flowers that the bees and butterflies go gaga for, quickly followed by the Red Lake Currants massive, showy clusters of large, juicy, deep red currants!

These bubbly berries are quite tart when eaten straight from the plant, but that doesn't dissuade birds, and it shouldn't discourage you from using them for a multitude of culinary adventures!

While these berries provide an opportunity to widen your palate, they also create a dazzling summer display on the plant! These bright berries shine out against the even green foliage by July. The gorgeous light green leaves have a Maple-leaf shape and fine toothy edges for an extra ornamental effect!

Planting and Application:

Redcurrants are a good source of digestive health fiber, are packed with vitamin C for a healthy immune system, and are a good source of Iron! Once you add some sugar, these little superfruits have the ideal balance of sweetness and acidity with subtle musky and citrusy notes.

Aside from its berries, the Red Lake Currant can take on many different roles in the landscape. It adds height and habitat to your wildlife garden or makes a great beneficial addition to your foundation planting or as an anchor!

As a vigorous grower, you can create an energetic and interesting informal hedge with several Red Lake Currants. Red Lake Current makes a great addition to the middle of your mixed border or edible landscape! Groupings and rows create linear shelterbelts, backdrops, and privacy hedges! Mix in some Gooseberry, Aronia, and Blackberry/Raspberries and you'll have a superfruit border like no other!

Drought tolerant once established, Currant bushes are ideal for Xeric landscapes! Use throughout the Rock Garden or in the Kitchen Garden without worrying about them being needy for water or attention! The fibrous roots work great as erosion control on slopes, and in coastal gardens! Red Currants can also form polite thickets over time!

  • Drooping Clusters of Yellow-Green Spring Blossoms
  • Striking Clusters of Deep Red Berries
  • Vigorous Grower & Ornamental Light Green Foliage
  • Bunches of Tart Edible Fruit For Jams, Baking & More!
  • Great for Birds & Pollinators
  • Lovely Informal Hedge, Groupings, Specimens & Privacy

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Ideal for cold climates throughout USDA hardiness zones 3 to 7, plant these deciduous Currants in full sun. If you live in balmier regions, aim for afternoon shade or plant yours along the edge of the woods. Currants withstand some of the most intolerable conditions. It doesn't mind a city setting or clay soils! Provide regular water for new shrubs, but once established they can handle some drought. But for the best harvest of showy edible fruit, provide supplemental moisture and 3-4 inches of arborist bark chips.

Be cautious when trimming, fruit grows on wood that is 2-to-3 years old, so try to snip unhealthy or old-growth while leaving younger branches in a pruning process known as renewal pruning.

  • Full Sun & Partial Shade
  • Any Well-Drained Soil
  • Moderate to Low Moisture Needs
  • Easy to Grow & Low Browse For Deer
  • Blooms on Old Wood - Renewal Pruning Best

Are you ready to fall for the Red Lake Currant's glossy berries and spunky personality? Order yours and enjoy a garden jewel from NatureHills.com today!

Customer Reviews

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Donna
Soil

I really like the shape of the red lake currant. Its rounded shape adds a nice soft touch among all my other perennials that have sharp leaves or spiked stems.

Dear Donna,

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely observations about the Red Lake Currant bush! We’re delighted to hear how its rounded, soft form creates such a beautiful contrast to your other perennials with sharper leaves—variety like that truly makes a garden feel dynamic and inviting.

If you ever want to encourage even fuller growth or enhance fruit production on your currant bush, good soil enrichment with compost or a balanced fertilizer in early spring can work wonders. Also, ensuring consistent moisture helps maintain that luscious shape you appreciate so much. Feel free to reach out if you’d like detailed tips on pruning or relaxing maintenance routines—they can really keep that graceful look you admire year after year.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

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Dean
Ornamental features

We loved the looks of this shrub so used it for a short hedge. Oh, my are we ever glad we did. It looks just great along the edge of our yard. Then in the fall we get to enjoy it as it turns yellow.

Hello Dean,

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with the Red Lake Currant Bush! We’re thrilled to hear that it not only enhanced the look of your yard as a short hedge but also treated you to beautiful yellow fall foliage. It’s always wonderful to learn how our plants help bring seasonal color and charm to your outdoor spaces.

If you’re interested in maximizing the health and vibrancy of your currant bushes, be sure to check out our care guides on pruning for shape and bloom, as well as tips on soil and watering preferences—to keep those lovely colors shining year after year. And if you ever want to expand your hedge or try companion plants, we’re happy to help with recommendations!

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

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Dean
Ornamental features

We loved the looks of this shrub so used it for a short hedge. Oh, my are we ever glad we did. It looks just great along the edge of our yard. Then in the fall we get to enjoy it as it turns yellow.

Hi Dean,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with your Red Lake Currant Bush! We’re thrilled to hear that it’s making such a lovely impact as a short hedge along your yard, and the vibrant yellow in the fall sounds absolutely stunning. These ornamental features really do make this shrub a favorite choice for so many gardeners looking to add both structure and seasonal interest.

If you ever want to keep your hedge looking its best, trimming it lightly in early spring can help maintain its shape and encourage fresh growth. And since Red Lake Currants like well-drained soil, making sure they get adequate moisture during dry spells will keep them happy and healthy throughout the seasons.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need any care tips or have more questions in the future. We truly appreciate your enthusiasm and support!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

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Donna
Soil

I really like the shape of the red lake currant. Its rounded shape adds a nice soft touch among all my other perennials that have sharp leaves or spiked stems.

Hi Donna,

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts about the Red Lake Currant bush! We’re delighted to hear how its rounded shape adds a lovely, soft touch to your garden’s mix of perennials. That contrast with the sharper leaves and spiked stems sounds like a beautiful design choice.

If you haven’t already, making sure your currant bush thrives in well-draining, moderately fertile soil slightly rich in organic matter can really enhance fruit production, along with its graceful form. Mulching around the base can help retain moisture and protect roots during extreme temperatures—a nifty little tip that can make a big difference. And if you’re ever interested in new plant companions that will complement or contrast with your red lake currant, we’d be happy to recommend options customized to your garden's conditions!

Thanks again for letting us know how the Red Lake Currant is fitting into your garden. We’re always excited to hear success stories and beauty in your planting adventures.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

S
Sam
Fruit

Little did I know this little shrub would give me so many berries! Since I am a bird lover, I get to enjoy them feasting on this red lake currant often.

Hi Sam,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Red Lake Currant Bush! We're delighted to hear it has been so generous with berries and that both you and the birds are enjoying its bounty. It’s truly special when a plant can bring such joy to both nature lovers and local wildlife alike.

If you’re interested, to help your currant bushes thrive even more, be sure they’re planted in well-draining soil and receive full sun for the best berry production. Adding a layer of mulch can also conserve moisture and keep the roots happy. Plus, currants respond well to annual pruning in late winter to encourage healthy new growth.

We’re so glad your little shrub has found a home where it can flourish and provide delight! If you ever want tips on how to keep expanding your garden or if you need advice on other bird-friendly plants, just reach out.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Red Lake Currant Bush

Red Lake Currant Bush

From $3619

Growing Zones

3-7

Mature Height

3 - 6 feet

Mature Spread

3 - 4 feet

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Foliage Color

N/A

Fall Color

Red, Orange & Yellow

Flower Color

Greenish Yellow
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