Silver Creek Nursery Ltd.

Potted Rovada Currant

Available only for pick-up at nursery.

Species: Ribes rubrum

History: Although there appears to be little information on its origins, we know Rovada was bred in the Netherlands and is the top commercial variety in Europe. Some even say it is the #1 variety in the world!

Why We Grow It: Rovada has its reputation for a reason! It is known for producing abundant clusters of large, bright red berries that are eye-catching and easy to pick. The berries are good for fresh eating since they are sweeter than other currants and great for making jams, pies, and more. The bush itself is resistant to powdery mildew and quite cold hardy.

$40.00

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Fruit Traits:

Recommended Use: Fresh eating, cooking, preserving, baking

Fruit Size: Large

Storage: Keeps about a week when in the fridge

Harvest: July - Mid

Plant Traits:

Canadian Hardiness Zone: 3

Soil Preferance: Loam, prefers well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter

Flowering Time:

Pollination Requirements: Self-pollinating, this variety will produce fruit without a red currant of a different variety but will produce more and better fruit if one is present

Sun/Shade Requirements: Prefers full sun (approx. 8-10 hours of sun daily) but will grow in partial shade

General Growth Habit: Shrub grows 1-1.5m tall and wide, upright growth habit. Resistant to powdery mildew.

Reminder: Potted plants are available for pick-up only!

Potted plants are only available for pick-up at the nursery. They unfortunately cannot be shipped due to the size and weight of the pots.

Most potted plants will fit into most vehicles. If you are ordering a 16gal potted plant, we would recommend bringing a larger vehicle (van, SUV, pickup truck) and having someone to help you unload it.

When Will My Order Be Ready?

Potted plants are generally available for pickup 1-2 business days after you place your order and we will send you a notice once everything is ready. All potted plants must be picked up within one month of the order being placed.

Potted plants are available for purchase at the nursery from April to mid-October.

Potted plants vary in size and age, but we typically pot berries and smaller seedlings in 1-3 gallon pots and larger grafted trees in 5-16 gallon pots. The size of our potted plants generally fall into the following ranges based on pot size:

  • 1gal pots - 1-3ft tall
  • 2 or 3gal pots - 1.5-3ft tall
  • 5gal pots - 3-7ft tall
  • 8gal pots - 4-7ft tall
  • 16gal pots - 6-8ft tall

All sizes include the pots.

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