Consort Black Currant Plant – Ribes nigrum Live Rooted Starter | Edible Fruit Shrub | Cold Hardy Berry Plant | Zones 4–8

Grow delicious nutrient-rich berries at home with this live Consort Black Currant rooted starter plant, shipped carefully packaged and ready to plant. This hardy edible shrub produces clusters of flavorful black currants rich in vitamin C, perfect for fresh eating, jams, jellies, syrups, juice, wine, and desserts. Consort is a compact and productive variety valued for its cold hardiness, shade tolerance, and reliable self-pollinating fruit production. The upright shrub makes an attractive edible hedge while providing years of harvests for home gardeners. This easy-to-grow fruiting shrub is ideal for backyard orchards, edible landscapes, and berry gardens. You will receive one healthy rooted starter plant similar in size and condition to the ones shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Consort Black Currant rooted starter plant
✔️ Healthy, rooted edible shrub
✔️ Self-pollinating berry variety
✔️ Cold hardy fruit plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Consort Black Currant
Botanical Name: Ribes nigrum ‘Consort’
Plant Type: Deciduous fruiting shrub
Growth Stage: Rooted starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: 4–6 feet
Growth Rate: Fast growing
USDA Zones: 4–8
Harvest Season: June to July
Pollination: Self-pollinating
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in a sunny to partially shaded location and water regularly during establishment. Prune older stems annually to encourage vigorous new growth and improved berry production.