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Can You Grow Red Currant in Nevada?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a
Currants require cold winters to fruit well and cannot handle hot summers.
Plant zones
Nevada last frost
Nevada first frost
Days to harvest
About Red Currant
Red currants produce clusters of jewel-like berries in early summer — tart, high in pectin, and exceptional for jams, jellies, and juice. One of the most cold-hardy small fruits available.
Plant in a sheltered spot with good air circulation. Fruits on two and three-year-old wood — prune out older stems annually. Harvest full clusters in midsummer. Birds love them, so net the bush as they ripen.
Gardening in Nevada
Nevada has an arid continental climate. Las Vegas is Zone 9a-9b; Reno is Zone 6b-7a; mountain areas are Zone 4-5. Low humidity means cool nights even in summer.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Red Currant in Nevada?
Currants require cold winters to fruit well and cannot handle hot summers.
What zone is Nevada?
Nevada spans USDA Zone 7a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).
When do you plant Red Currants in Nevada?
See the planting guide for Red Currant — timing depends on your exact frost date.