This white walking stick is made with aluminium so is lightweight yet durable. It has a grey flat handle that is comfortably shaped for finger grip and will prevent your hand from slipping. The stick can be adjusted for an individual fit.
Blackcurrant Canes - Description
Potted Blackcurrant PlantRibes nigr. TitaniaEuropean BlackcurrantModern Variety - Good Disease & Frost ResistanceExcellent Garden VarietySize: 70cm.Double BranchedEdible FruitTop Quality Canes w/ Strong Root System & Lots of Buds
Blackcurrant Canes - Characteristics
Excellent flavourVery high yieldsDeep purple / black fruits in late SummerHarvest from early JulyContinues to fruit until mid AugustBushy habitFruits will form on one year old stemsMature size
Height: 1.5mWidth: 1m
Blackcurrant Canes - Uses
Delicious when eating fresh from the vineGreat when cooked in pies, crumbles & tartsUse to make jams & preservesNice addition to juices, smoothies & yogurtsMake your own Summer fruit cordialHigh source of vitamins & antioxidants
Blackcurrant Canes - Planting Instructions
Positioning Blackcurrant Canes
Blackcurrant canes will spread each yearIt is important to choose a space where the plant has room to growChoose a sheltered spotIf you wish to restrict the plant's spread, then you should consider using root barriersSpacing: 45cm apart in rows 120cm apartRequires a sunny positionPrefer acidic soilsCan be grown in containersFill planting hole with manure prior to plantingWhen planting, hold plants at ground level & back fill the top soilEnsure each plant is straight & soil is compacted in around it's root ballLevel off the soil around the plants
After Care
Blackcurrants should be supported with bamboo canesWater before & after plantingMulch in SpringCover crops with netting & pin netting in place to prevent birds from eating cropsWeeding is also essential
Cutting Back
Blackcurrants fruit on one year old stemsPrune back fruiting stems after harvestPrune these canes down to ground level