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White Currant ‘White Pearl’ – Delicate Fruit with Sweet, Subtle Flavor

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    SKU: 00840369418999 White Currant ‘White Pearl’ – Delicate Fruit with Sweet, Subtle Flavor

    White Currant ‘White Pearl’ (Ribes rubrum ‘White Pearl’) is a compact, productive shrub that produces generous clusters of translucent, creamy-white berries with a sweet, mild flavor. Less tart than red currants, these berries are ideal for fresh eating, preserves, desserts, and garnishes. This self-fertile variety is easy to grow, cold-hardy, and well-suited for home gardens, hedgerows, or edible landscapes. Its ornamental value is enhanced by early spring flowers and attractive lobed foliage.
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    Key Features:

    • Color: Pale yellow to creamy-white translucent berries; green lobed foliage and small white flowers in spring

    • Fragrance: Mild floral scent during bloom

    • Wildlife Resistance: May attract birds; deer occasionally browse foliage

    • Pest Resistance: Generally resistant to pests, though watch for aphids and currant sawfly

    • Planting Zones: Hardy in USDA zones 3–7

    • Sun Preferences: Prefers full sun to partial shade (more sun = better fruiting)

    • Drought Tolerance: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture, especially during fruiting

    • Size at Maturity: Reaches 3–5 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide

    • Planting Instructions (from a 3.5" pot):

      • Choose a sunny to lightly shaded location with well-draining, fertile soil

      • Dig a hole twice as wide and the same depth as the root ball

      • Place the plant at soil level, backfill, and water deeply

      • Water regularly, especially during dry spells and fruit development

      • Apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds

      • Prune annually in late winter to remove old wood and encourage new growth

    White Currant ‘White Pearl’ is an elegant and productive addition to any garden, offering delicious berries and low-maintenance growth in even cold northern climates.

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