Heavy producer of large, dark red, fine-flavored fruit for superior taste
Mildew and aphid resistant for healthier plants and easier maintenance
Cold hardy to USDA zone 3 for broad climate adaptability
Attractive ornamental foliage and fruit clusters enhance garden aesthetics
Self-fertile but yields better with a pollinator for improved fruit set
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Ribes rubrum 'Jonkheer Van Tets'
Prohibited to DE, ME, NC, NH & WV, and by permit only to MA and NJ
This red currant selection from Holland is a heavy producer of large, dark red, fine-flavored fruit. Considered by many to be the best-flavored red currant variety in the world.
It is mildew and aphid resistant. Red currants are self-f
Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum 'Jonkheer Van Tets'
Fruit Color
Red
Growth Habit
Upright bush
Sunlight
Full sun, partial shade
Hardiness Zones
USDA 3 to 7
Watering Needs
Moderate
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4.9
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It’s too early to tell how the plants will do, but they came very well packaged and arrived in great shape, as is usual for Raintree.
Melanie · April 27, 2026
Great plant
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Olga · April 29, 2026
Red Currant
Arrived moist roots, starting to bud now. Good so far.