{"product_id":"consort-black-currant-live-rooted-plant-self-pollinating-edible-berry-shrub-cold-hardy-fruit-bush-zones-4-8","title":"Consort Black Currant Live Rooted Plant | Self-Pollinating Edible Berry Shrub | Cold Hardy Zones 4-8","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow flavorful antioxidant-rich berries with this Consort Black Currant rooted starter plant, a cold-hardy edible shrub prized for its rich black fruit and compact manageable growth. Producing clusters of medium-sized berries high in vitamin C, Consort black currants are perfect for fresh eating, jams, jellies, syrups, juice, wine, baking, and preserves. This productive self-pollinating shrub thrives in cooler climates and tolerates partial shade, making it ideal for edible landscapes, hedges, backyard orchards, and homestead gardens. Naturally grown without pesticides, Consort currants establish quickly and provide dependable harvests year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e✔️ 1 rooted Consort Black Currant starter plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Healthy live edible berry shrub\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Self-pollinating currant variety\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Naturally grown pesticide-free plant\u003cbr\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommon Name: Consort Black Currant\u003cbr\u003eBotanical Name: Ribes nigrum\u003cbr\u003ePlant Type: Fruiting deciduous shrub\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Stage: Rooted starter plant\u003cbr\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Rich well-draining soil\u003cbr\u003eWatering: Moderate; keep evenly moist during establishment\u003cbr\u003eMature Height: Approximately 4–6 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Habit: Compact upright shrub\u003cbr\u003eFruit Color: Black\u003cbr\u003eFruit Flavor: Rich and tangy\u003cbr\u003eHarvest Season: June through July\u003cbr\u003ePollination: Self-pollinating\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Features: Shade tolerant, cold hardy, high vitamin C fruit\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–8\u003cbr\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes with regular pruning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in fertile soil with consistent moisture and prune older stems yearly to improve airflow and encourage vigorous fruiting growth. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"PlantsruleShop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499623477380,"sku":null,"price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify_18_28004e6b-710a-4b2a-bc6a-4b6245d120fd.jpg?v=1783662712","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/consort-black-currant-live-rooted-plant-self-pollinating-edible-berry-shrub-cold-hardy-fruit-bush-zones-4-8","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}