(1/3) Native Currant - Black For Sale
(2/3) Leaf of the Native Currant - Black
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Native Currant - Black
Antidesma ghaesembillaRipe fruit are sweet with a little tang, turning dark purple to black on this native shrub. It prefers warm temperatures and good rainfall, with a natural range from Northern Australia into SE Asia. The fruit can be eaten fresh, dried or pickled. Plants a... Read More
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Specifications of Native Currant - Black
Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 2-5m
Plants required to Pollinate 3 Plants (Male and Female)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Suitability in Pots Yes
Water Requirements Moderate Watering
Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Can be pruned to 2m
Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years
Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%), Part (Sun:50-80%)
Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage
Soil pH Moderately Acidic (5.5-6.5), Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)
Fruiting/Harvest Months January, February, March, April
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