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Can You Grow Red Currant in Ohio?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a
Red currants are perfectly suited to your cool climate — they fruit reliably every year.
Plant zones
Ohio last frost
Ohio 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 Ohio
Ohio has a humid continental climate. Northern Ohio near Lake Erie is Zone 6a; inland areas are Zone 5b. Four seasons with a productive 6-month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Red Currant in Ohio?
Red currants are perfectly suited to your cool climate — they fruit reliably every year.
What zone is Ohio?
Ohio spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Red Currants in Ohio?
See the planting guide for Red Currant — timing depends on your exact frost date.