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Blackcurrant 'Goliath'

Ribes nigrum 'Goliath'

£11.99
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3 litre pot

Go big with Goliath — a blackcurrant variety that lives up to its name with supersized berries, outstanding yield, and bold flavour. It’s the perfect pick for gardeners who love to cook, preserve, or just snack straight from the bush. Robust, frost-hardy, and easy to grow, this blackcurrant is a powerhouse performer for any UK kitchen garden.
  • Edible fruit
  • Frost tolerant
  • Heavy cropping
  • Good for jam and juice

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  • Aspect

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Very hardy

  • Flowers

    April, May

  • Soil type

    Rich, well-drained soil

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  • Why we like this plant

    If you’re after a blackcurrant that delivers big on both flavour and size, Goliath won’t disappoint. It’s a beast in the best way — vigorous, dependable, and packed with juicy fruit that’s great for cooking or eating straight off the bush. Plus, its strong, upright habit makes maintenance and harvesting a breeze.

  • About this plant

    True to its name, Goliath blackcurrant produces impressively large, juicy berries with a rich, tangy flavour. This mid- to late-season variety is known for its vigorous growth and high yields, making it a favourite for gardeners who want both quantity and quality. It’s perfect for fresh eating, juicing, or making into jams, and thrives in most UK garden conditions with minimal fuss.

  • Key features

    • Exceptionally large berries
    • Mid- to late-season crop
    • High yield
    • Vigorous growth
    • Great for culinary use

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 150–180cm | Spread: 120–150cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Strong, upright growth with vigorous branching

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Ideal for open garden beds, fruit cages, or along sunny fences

Planting guide

Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Space bushes 1.5m apart and water regularly during dry periods. Mulch annually to enrich the soil and retain moisture.

Care tips

Remove up to one-third of old stems in winter to encourage productive new growth. Feed with potash in early spring to boost flowering and fruiting.

Winter care

Prune in winter to encourage fresh fruiting wood. Mulch around the base to protect roots and suppress weeds.