Black Down
ActiveRibes nigrum L. · Blackcurrant
University of Bristol L Asthom (GB)
10 August 2026
The bush is characterized by vigorous or medium growth, has a broad-round or semi-erect shape, and reaches a height of 1–1.5 m. The berries are large or very large, black in color, and firm. The cluster is of medium length or long, with berries arranged densely within it.
The variety belongs to early maturity groups; the harvesting period occurs in July. The taste of the berries is pleasant, aromatic, and mild due to a low acid content; the description "sweet-sour" is also encountered. The variety is suitable for fresh consumption.
The plant is partially self-fertile; cross-pollination is recommended for obtaining more stable yields. It possesses relative resistance to the bud mite, although cases of infection with the reversion virus have been noted in collection plantings.
2 jurisdictions
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The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.
№ 1849
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