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Whitecurrant 'White Versailles'

Ribes rubrum 'White Versailles'

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3 litre pot

‘White Versailles’ brings elegance and sweetness to your fruit garden. These glistening, pale berries are not only a delight to harvest but also a joy to eat — mild, juicy, and far less tart than their red cousins. Ideal for beginner growers and gourmet gardeners alike, this heritage whitecurrant is as easy to grow as it is to enjoy.
  • Edible fruit
  • Ornamental and productive
  • Pollinator friendly
  • Suitable for training or bush growing

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  • Aspect

    Full sun to partial shade

  • Hardiness

    Very hardy

  • Flowers

    April, May

  • Soil type

    Moist, fertile, well-drained soil

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  • Why we like this plant

    ‘White Versailles’ is a brilliant all-rounder — easy to grow, lovely to look at, and absolutely delicious. Its gentle flavour makes it a hit with kids and perfect for fresh use, but it's still versatile enough for jellies or wine. With reliable crops and elegant trusses, it’s a must-have for soft fruit lovers.

  • About this plant

    ‘White Versailles’ is one of the oldest and most popular whitecurrant varieties, loved for its sweet, translucent berries and excellent yields. The pale, almost pearlescent fruits are less acidic than redcurrants, making them ideal for fresh eating, as well as in desserts and preserves. With its long, graceful trusses and compact, upright habit, this deciduous shrub is a beautiful and productive choice for gardens and allotments alike.

  • Key features

    • Sweet, mild flavour
    • Heavy cropping
    • Long trusses of decorative berries
    • Self-fertile and easy to grow
    • Great for desserts, jellies, and garnishes

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 100–150cm | Spread: 100–150cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Compact and upright, forms a neat bush with attractive arching trusses

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Fruit garden, border, or trained against a wall

Planting guide

Plant in autumn or early spring in fertile, well-drained soil. Allow 1.2m spacing between bushes. Water thoroughly after planting and apply mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Care tips

Feed in early spring with a balanced fertiliser. Prune annually to improve airflow and fruiting potential. Use netting to protect the ripening berries from birds.

Winter care

Prune during dormancy to maintain an open shape and encourage new fruiting wood. Mulch around the base with organic matter to retain moisture and feed the soil.