currant
Ribes rubrum 'White Pearl'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
Greenish-yellow Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Fruits:
white Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,white
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water White Pearl currants deeply twice a week during the growing season. Water the soil until it is thoroughly moistened, but not soggy. Water thoroughly, meaning allow the water to saturate the soil at least 8 inches deep. Allow the soil to dry out a bit between each watering, but do not let it dry out completely. In summer’s heat, frequent and deep watering may be needed. Monitor soil moisture and provide supplemental water as needed.
sunlight
White Pearl currants need full sunlight for about 6-8 hours a day. When grown in containers, it is best to move it outdoors during the growing season for the maximum benefit. It will perform best if grown in an area that receives full sun at least 8 hours a day. During periods of intense heat it may be beneficial to provide filtered sun or partial shade for this species.
pruning
White Pearl currants should be pruned in the winter or early spring. These plants should be pruned moderately, removing up to 1/3 of the total plant material. Old wood, damaged limbs and diseased portions should be removed. You should also thin out crowded stems for good air circulation. This will allow the sun to reach the inner branches, resulting in better fruiting. Finally, shorten the new growth of the preceding season to encourage lateral growth.
