Black currants, also known as cassis, are tart-tasting fruits that have several potential health benefits. Studies have shown that they may help to boost the immune system and reduce inflammation ...

Two sites (1 and 2) of black currant ‘Titania’ were established on PEI in 2009 to measure the effects of nutrient rate and timing on the growth, yield and nutrient uptake of young plants. Seven ...

Flowering currant is an easy-going shrub that tolerates any aspect, as long as there is plenty of sun. It is fine with exposure, as well as less than perfect soil, which can be mainly sand, or clay.

and older branches (black colour) in winter, cutting right back to the base. Birds like to eat the developing buds of currant bushes, so protect plants in the winter. If you have a large garden ...