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Red Lake red currant

berry variety in zone 3a

Red Lake red currant in zone 3a

Red Lake · Ribes rubrum

Zone
3a -40°F to -35°F
Growing season
90 days
Chill needed
800 to 1500 below 45°F
Days to harvest
70 to 90

The verdict

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About Red Lake

Tart, bright, translucent red berries in long strigs; the classic jelly and preserve currant, defines red-currant flavor. Productive heritage variety, easy harvest.

Critical timing for zone 3a

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Common challenges in zone 3a

  • ▸ Very short growing season
  • ▸ Late spring frosts
  • ▸ Limited fruit-tree options
  • ▸ Heavy mulching required

Modified care for zone 3a

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Red Lake in adjacent zones

Frequently asked questions

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Will Red Lake red currant grow in zone 3a?

Yes. Red Lake is recommended for USDA zones 3a through 6b, which includes zone 3a.

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Are there enough chill hours in zone 3a?

Red Currant needs 800 to 1500 chill hours. Zone 3a typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.

Image: "Grosello rojo (Ribes rubrum), Múnich, Alemania, 2012-06-07, DD 01", by Diego Delso, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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