The plant forms a balanced, well-branched upright bush. The variety is self-fertile, flowering occurs early, in April, due to which it may be sensitive to spring frosts.
The berries are large and characterized by a pronounced rich flavor. The variety is characterized as quite hardy and not very susceptible to rust. It is considered versatile and highly productive, suitable for fresh consumption, freezing, and processing.
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Also known as
breeder code BLACKDOWN
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Black DownprimaryNL, QZ
BlackdownFR, GB, QZ
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