(1/6) Bunches of brightly coloured native currants, the darker coloured the fruits the tastier they are.
(3/6) Flush of red new growth on a Native Currant seedling
(4/6) Native currant is a small bushy shrub that produces abundant fruits.
(5/6) Native Currant For Sale
(6/6) Leaf of the Native Currant
Native Currant
Antidesma erostreA bushy shrub producing edible fruits that can be used for jellies, jams and syrups. When fruiting it's a stunning plant with red to black fruit hanging in bunches. Frost free location for this bush food.In cultivation it will grow to a smaller height an... Read More
Other Names: Currantwood Wild Currant
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Specifications of Native Currant
Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From CuttingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate 3 Plants (Male and Female)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA
Suitability in Pots Yes
Water Requirements Moderate Watering
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Can be pruned to 2m
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%), Part (Sun:50-80%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage
Soil pH Moderately Acidic (5.5-6.5), Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
Fruiting/Harvest Months January, February, March, April
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