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Zagadka

CultivarRibes 'Zagadka'

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Ribes (the genus)
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Fact sheet

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Typeshrub

from Ribes · “Ribes is a genus of deciduous and evergreen shrubs producing tart, nutrient-dense berries in red, black, white, or green varieties.” — How to Grow Currant and Gooseberry — LizPlants

Days to maturity2–3 years

from Ribes · “Days to maturity: 2-3 years from planting to first significant harvest; full productivity by year 4-5” — How to Grow Currant and Gooseberry — LizPlants

LightFull sun to partial shade

from Ribes · “☀️ Sun: Full sun to partial shade; 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily for best fruit production, though afternoon shade helps in hot climates” — How to Grow Currant and Gooseberry — LizPlants

WaterModerate and consistent moisture

from Ribes · “💧 Water: Moderate and consistent moisture; 1-1.5 inches per week during growing season.” — How to Grow Currant and Gooseberry — LizPlants

Soil pH6–7

from Ribes · “Soil: Type: Well-draining loamy or sandy loam soil pH: 6.0-7.0” — How to Grow Currant and Gooseberry — LizPlants

Hardiness zones2-7

from Ribes · “Thrive in zones 2-7, with some varieties extending to zone 8” — How to Grow Currant and Gooseberry — LizPlants

Spacing48–72 in

from Ribes · “Spacing: 4-6 feet between plants depending on variety and pruning method inches” — How to Grow Currant and Gooseberry — LizPlants

Height24–72 in

from Ribes · “most Ribes will grow to around 2m (6ft) in height” — How to grow ribes / RHS Growing Guide

Pestscurrant aphid, currant sawfly, gooseberry midge, spider mites, currant borer

from Ribes · “Common Pests Currant aphid (Capitophorus carduinus) Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil in early spring; encourage natural predators Currant sawfly (Nematus ribesii) Hand-pick larvae; prune infested shoots; apply spinosad in early season Gooseberry midge (Dasineura tetensi) Remove dropped fruit” — How to Grow Currant and Gooseberry — LizPlants

Companionshydrangea, roses

from Ribes · “Consider planting later flowering shrubs such as hydrangea or roses with the Ribes” — How to grow ribes / RHS Growing Guide

Zagadka hasn't been researched on its own yet; these facts are for the genus as a whole.

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