While currants have long been a classic for in-ground gardening, you may have hesitated on growing them in planters. Though they may not be the best berries to grow in containers, you don't have to ...

FOR DECADES, THEY were literally a forbidden fruit. Fresh currants are a popular crop in Europe and grow reasonably well in Washington state. But the tart, translucent strings of berries — “little ...

Few homeowners are acquainted with the Ribes (RYE-bees) family of plants; gooseberries, currants and jostaberries. There are over 150 ribes species in the world, including gooseberries and clove or ...

Powdery mildew is one of the most destructive fungal diseases affecting black currants, infecting leaves, stems, and young fruits while reducing yield and fruit quality. Chemical pesticides provide ...

Black currants are small, dark purple berries known for their tart flavor and rich nutrient profile. They're loaded with vitamin C, antioxidants, and other nutrients. Some evidence suggests that black ...

My favorite berries are blueberries (wild Alaska ones, of course) and raspberries, but I also have a special place in my heart for currants. Like many Americans, currants aren’t a mainstay. I first ...

Chelsea Rae Bourgeois is a health writer and registered dietitian nutritionist with over eight years of experience in the clinical setting. Her writing covers nutrition and overall health topics, ...