Rote Vierländer

Variety of Red currant · Ribes rubrum

Old North-German heirloom from the Vierlande region with aromatic berries.

Also known as: Vierländer Rote

🇩🇪 Germany

Taste & characteristics

sourjuicyaromatic

	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
Flowering
Fruit harvest

Given in thirds of a month (early / mid / late) for the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate; altitude and season shift them.

Small to medium, deep-red, aromatic berries on medium-length trusses.

Robust, vigorous bush; traditionally common in Hamburg fruit growing.

Reliable yields; a cherished historical variety for enthusiasts.

Site, soil, hardiness and growth follow the species Red currant unless the variety states otherwise. Will it grow where you live? → Check your site on the species page

Plan this variety into your own garden, compare varieties and find pollinators – with the variety finder in the app.