




Ribes rubrum ‘Jonkheer van Tets’ — Organic red currant bush
The Ribes rubrum ‘Jonkheer van Tets’ is an organic red currant bush known for its earliness and the quality of its fruits. Its long clusters of shiny red currants appear from early summer and offer a perfect balance between sweetness and acidity.
Robust, decorative, and easy to grow, it thrives both in pots and in open ground — an ideal urban fruit plant for balconies, terraces, or small gardens.
Exposure & location
The currant bush ‘Jonkheer van Tets’ prefers a bright location without scorching sun. It tolerates cold and thrives in rich, fresh, and well-drained soils.
- Exposure: mild sun or partial shade.
- Cultivation: in a 20–30 cm pot or in open ground.
- Soil: fertile, fresh, and slightly acidic.
- Particularity: self-fertile, but more productive in the presence of other currant bushes.
In a pot, ensure good drainage and keep the substrate moist during flowering and fruiting.
Watering & maintenance
- Watering: regular during flowering and fruit formation.
- Fertilizer: compost or organic fertilizer in spring to stimulate fruiting.
- Pruning: after harvest, cut the branches that have fruited to renew the branches.
- Flowering: April to May, followed by a generous harvest in June-July.
Consistent but moderate watering ensures bigger and tastier fruits.
Decor ideas & plant pairings
The red currant ‘Jonkheer van Tets’ adds a colorful and tasty touch to terraces and urban gardens. Its translucent fruit clusters are as decorative as they are delicious.
- To pair with: raspberry, blueberry, or blackcurrant for a varied red fruit collection.
- Ideal setting: fruity balcony or natural city garden.
- Recommended pot: deep terracotta pot or recycled fiber container.
The contrast between its bright green foliage and red clusters instantly brightens the space.
Verdeia Tips
- Water regularly without soaking the soil.
- Remove old branches to stimulate growth.
- Protect it from intense summer heat with organic mulch.
The ‘Jonkheer van Tets’ currant combines beauty, hardiness, and deliciousness — perfect for a sustainable urban garden.
Technical characteristics
- Botanical name: Ribes rubrum ‘Jonkheer van Tets’
- Common name: Organic red currant
- Origin: Northern Europe
- Pot size: Ø13 cm
- Approximate height: 45 cm
- Adult size: 1 to 1.2 m
- Exposure: gentle sun to partial shade
- Watering: regular
- Care: moderate
- Toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Edible garden / Fruity balcony / Urban nature
Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of its foliage naturally change according to the light and throughout the seasons.
Our Verdeia commitments
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.
Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.
Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).
Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.
Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.
You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.
If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.
Can I put this plant outside?
It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.
Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.
Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.
However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.
For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.

