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Can You Grow Red Currant in New Hampshire?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a
Red currants are perfectly suited to your cool climate — they fruit reliably every year.
Plant zones
New Hampshire last frost
New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire
New Hampshire has a humid continental climate. Coastal areas are Zone 5b-6a; northern mountains are Zone 4a-5a. Short growing seasons but productive for cool-season crops and berries.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Red Currant in New Hampshire?
Red currants are perfectly suited to your cool climate — they fruit reliably every year.
What zone is New Hampshire?
New Hampshire spans USDA Zone 5b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Red Currants in New Hampshire?
See the planting guide for Red Currant — timing depends on your exact frost date.