CURRANT WELLINGTON/ WELLINGTON CURRANT

CURRANT ‘WELLINGTON’ / WELLINGTON CURRANT

Sweet, Juicy Berries with High Yields and Disease Resistance
Currant ‘Wellington’ is a highly productive variety known for its sweet, flavorful red berries. These berries are perfect for fresh eating, making jams, jellies, and sauces, or adding to baked goods. ‘Wellington’ is appreciated for its reliable high yields, disease resistance, and ability to thrive in various climates. With its beautiful flowers and attractive foliage, this currant shrub not only provides delicious fruit but also adds ornamental value to your garden.

Why Choose Currant ‘Wellington’?

Comparison: ‘Wellington’ offers sweeter berries compared to other red currant varieties, making it ideal for fresh consumption and culinary uses. Its strong, compact growth habit and high yield make it a favorite for home gardeners looking for a productive and reliable shrub. Additionally, it is resistant to many common currant diseases, ensuring a healthy harvest.

Companions: ‘Wellington’ pairs well with other currants or fruiting shrubs, such as gooseberries or blueberries. Mixing currants with other berries creates a diverse, productive garden that produces a variety of fruits for harvesting.

Key Features:

Sweet, Juicy Berries: Produces large, sweet red berries perfect for fresh eating, jams, jellies, and more.

High Yield: Known for its generous yields, ‘Wellington’ provides a bountiful harvest of delicious currants, making it an excellent choice for preserving and cooking.

Disease-Resistant: ‘Wellington’ has excellent resistance to common currant diseases, including powdery mildew and leaf spot, making it easier to grow and maintain.

Ornamental Value: In addition to its tasty fruit, ‘Wellington’ features attractive flowers in early spring and lush green foliage that makes it a visually appealing shrub in the garden.

Cold-Hardy: This variety thrives in USDA zones 3–8, making it suitable for a wide range of climates, from colder regions to milder areas.

Specifications:

Harvest Time: Mid to late summer.
Plant Size: 1.5–2 m tall.
Hardiness: Zone 3–8.

Currant ‘Wellington’ is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a high-yielding, disease-resistant shrub that produces sweet, flavorful red berries. Its reliability, sweet flavor, and low-maintenance care make it a perfect addition to any garden.