Red Currant 'Vishnevaya'
Ribes rubrum 'Vishnevaya'
A red currant variety with dark red berries and bright tart-sweet flavour. Mid-sized bush, highly productive and hardy to -40°C. Berries are versatile—ideal for fresh eating, compotes and jams.
Stages of growth
Planting calendar
How to care
After rooting (2-3 weeks) seedlings are fully ready for independent growth
Не требуется
Regular watering for rooting, soil always moist but without stagnation
- •Protect from direct sun in the first days
- •Avoid soil drying
- •Mulch the root circle
Difficulty growing
Suitable for beginners. Minimal maintenance, error-resistant.
Growing conditions
Nice neighbors.
Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(6)
Best time to plant red currants is spring (April-May) or autumn (October-November). Choose a well-drained location with good sunlight. Container seedlings can be planted throughout the season.
Space red currant bushes 1.5-2 meters apart. This ensures good air circulation, makes harvesting easier, and reduces the risk of fungal diseases.
During growing season, water 1-2 times per week depending on weather. In hot, dry periods, increase watering frequency. During berry ripening, maintain consistent soil moisture.
Use nitrogen fertilizers early in the season for shoot growth. Switch to phosphorus-potassium fertilizers during flowering. During fruiting, use balanced fertilizer with priority to potassium.
Red currant 'Vishnevaya' is a cold-hardy variety tolerating frosts to -40°C. In severe climates, mulch the root zone with 5-10 cm of compost or peat for extra protection.
Berries ripen in July-August. Harvest fully ripe berries in dry weather in clusters. Ripe berries turn dark red and soften slightly.
Benefits and nutrition
Rich in vitamin C, antioxidants and organic acids. Berries are ideal for jams, compotes and juices.
*The information is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.
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