Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
The redcurrant, Ribes rubrum, is closely related to the blackcurrant, but unlike many varieties of soft fruit, redcurrants grow well in northern areas and can tolerate a bit of shade. However, the more sun the plants get, the sweeter the berries. The fruit is perfect for using in summer puddings, pies and jelly, and even wine-making.
Ribes rubrum 'Jonkheer van Tets' is a modern Dutch redcurrant. It's one of the earliest varieties to ripen, bearing heavy crops of sweet-tasting fruit from early July.
Grow Ribes rubrum 'Jonkheer van Tets' in well-drained, fertile soil in a sheltered, sunny or partially shaded spot. Prune every winter.
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Ribes ‘Jonkheer van tets’ and wildlife
Ribes ‘Jonkheer van tets’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Ribes ‘Jonkheer van tets’ poisonous?
Ribes ‘Jonkheer van tets’ has no toxic effects reported.
