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Can You Grow Red Currant in West Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b
Red currants are perfectly suited to your cool climate — they fruit reliably every year.
Plant zones
West Virginia last frost
West Virginia 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 West Virginia
West Virginia has a humid continental climate shaped by the Appalachians. Most of the state is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Red Currant in West Virginia?
Red currants are perfectly suited to your cool climate — they fruit reliably every year.
What zone is West Virginia?
West Virginia spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).
When do you plant Red Currants in West Virginia?
See the planting guide for Red Currant — timing depends on your exact frost date.